March weather forecast
St. John's, Canada

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Weather in March

March signifies the shift from harsh winters to early springs, a transition noticeable in St. John's weather changes. It is discernible through a measured rise in temperatures, with the high moving up to 1°C (33.8°F) and the low to -6.1°C (21°F). As daylight starts making a comeback, the snowfall reduces, giving way to slightly wetter conditions. Gatherings can now move outdoors, albeit with warm clothes still in tow. Despite the cool breeze, the city begins to prepare for the impending spring.

Temperature

St. John's, Canada, marks the onset of March with an average high-temperature of a cold 1°C (33.8°F), a subtle shift from February's -1.1°C (30°F). During the nights in March, St. John's experiences a consistent average temperature of -6.1°C (21°F).

Rainfall

In St. John's, Canada, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 85mm (3.35") of accumulated precipitation. In St. John's, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 1207mm (47.52") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in St. John's are January through June, October through December. In St. John's, Canada, in March, during 13.3 snowfall days, 573mm (22.56") of snow is typically accumulated. In St. John's, during the entire year, snow falls for 79 days and aggregates up to 3349mm (131.85") of snow.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in St. John's is March, with an average sea temperature of -0.4°C (31.3°F).
Note: In swimming exercises, this state is seen as life-threatening and poses serious dangers. The painful sensation of the cold water induces immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to limit thermal damage.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in St. John's, Canada, is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in St. John's, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:46 pm NST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:29 pm NDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from NST to NDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NDT to NST.

Sunshine

In St. John's, Canada, the average sunshine in March is 3.5h.

UV index

In St. John's, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in St. John's?

In St. John's, 1°C (33.8°F) is the average high-temperature and -6.1°C (21°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

How many days does it rain in March in St. John's?

In St. John's, Canada, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in St. John's in March?

In March, in St. John's, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout March, 573mm (22.56") of snow is accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in St. John's?

The month with the coldest seawater in St. John's, Canada, is March, with an average sea temperature of -0.4°C (31.3°F).

How cold is the water in March in St. John's?

In March, the average sea temperature in St. John's is -0.4°C (31.3°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in March in St. John's?

The average day length in March in St. John's, Canada, is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in St. John's?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 5:46 pm NST. On the last day of the month, in St. John's, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:29 pm NDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in St. John's?

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in St. John's, and the time zone changes from NST to NDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in St. John's?

The average sunshine duration in March in St. John's, Canada, is 3.5h.

How high is the UV index in March in St. John's?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
St. John's, Canada

Average temperature in March - St. John
  • Average high temperature in March: 1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-8.6°C).

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Average rainfall in March
St. John's, Canada

Average rainfall in March - St. John
  • Average rainfall in March: 84.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (153.7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (61.6mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
St. John's, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - St. John
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
St. John's, Canada

Average snowfall in March - St. John
  • Average snowfall in March: 573mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (887mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
St. John's, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - St. John
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
St. John's, Canada

Average sea temperature in March - St. John
  • Average sea temperature in March: -0.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.4°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
St. John's, Canada

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - St. John
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average UV index in March
St. John's, Canada

Average UV index in March - St. John
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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