March weather forecastOrléans, Canada
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Orléans, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max 0.8°C (33.4°F) and min -6.8°C (19.8°F).Temperature
Orléans's March weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from February's freezing cold -4.9°C (23.2°F) to a wintry 0.8°C (33.4°F). During March, the nighttime temperature averages of -6.8°C (19.8°F).Humidity
In Orléans, the average relative humidity in March is 87%.Rainfall
In Orléans, in March, it is raining for 10.1 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orléans, Canada, there are 149.6 rainfall days, and 772mm (30.39") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Orléans, Canada, are January through May, October through December. In Orléans, in March, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 170mm (6.69") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 83.3 snowfall days, and 1135mm (44.69") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.On the first day of March in Orléans, Canada, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:29 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Orléans, Canada, is 4.6h.UV index
In Orléans, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average high temperature in March: 0.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -6.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average pressure in March: 1018mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average wind speed in March: 13.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8km/h).
Average humidity in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average humidity in March: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average rainfall in March: 59mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (54mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average snowfall in March: 170mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (321mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average snowfall days in March: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average sunshine days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average cloud cover in March: 62
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in March
Orléans, Canada
- Average visibility in March: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).
