March weather forecastPrince Rupert, Canada
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is also an icy month in Prince Rupert, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average high of 5.3°C (41.5°F) and an average low of 2°C (35.6°F).Temperature
As March takes its course, Prince Rupert's average high-temperature registers at a still wintry 5.3°C (41.5°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. In Prince Rupert, the month of March brings a consistent average low-temperature of 2°C (35.6°F), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Prince Rupert are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Prince Rupert, Canada, in March, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 103mm (4.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Prince Rupert, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.8 days and collects up to 1574mm (61.97") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Prince Rupert. In Prince Rupert, during March, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.4 snowfall days, and 442mm (17.4") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
January through April and December, with an average sea temperature of 7°C (44.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: Navigating the 7°C (44.6°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 6:19 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 8:16 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 5.4h.UV index
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Prince Rupert. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average high temperature in March: 5.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (3.6°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.8°C).
Average pressure in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average pressure in March: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average wind speed in March: 15km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average rainfall in March: 103mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (190mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (67mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average snowfall in March: 100mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (112mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average snowfall days in March: 6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average sea temperature in March: 7°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (13°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (7°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.4 days).
Average UV index in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average cloud cover in March: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 51).
Average visibility in March
Prince Rupert, Canada
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
