Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
March brings a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's subzero cold -2.9°C (26.8°F) to a wintry 2.2°C (36°F). March in Peterborough generally records an average low-temperature of -4.5°C (23.9°F).Humidity
In Peterborough, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In Peterborough, Canada, in March, during 8.9 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.9 rainfall days, and 609mm (23.98") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Peterborough. In Peterborough, in March, snow falls for 7.3 days, with typically accumulated 54mm (2.13") of snow. In Peterborough, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.7 days and aggregates up to 484mm (19.06") of snow.Daylight
In Peterborough, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 6:01 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Peterborough, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 7:39 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 Peterborough is 5.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in March in Peterborough?
How many days does it rain in March in Peterborough?
How many days does it snow in March in Peterborough?
How many hours of daylight does Peterborough have in March?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Peterborough?
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Peterborough?
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How high is the UV index in March in Peterborough?
Average temperature in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average high temperature in March: 2.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -4.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average pressure in March: 1018.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.8mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average wind speed in March: 15.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average rainfall in March: 34mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average snowfall in March: 54mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (122mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average snowfall days in March: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average cloud cover in March: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Peterborough, Canada
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).
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