March weather forecastWindsor, Canada

March

Weather in March

March marks a transitional period in Windsor's yearly climate, as the harsh winter gives way to the spring's gentle touch. The somewhat higher temperatures and wind speed lessen, leading to a decrease in snowfall and a gradual increase in rainfall. The longer daylight hours and increasing sunshine make the city come alive. With the melting snow, humidity reduces, and nature starts reviving. Residents can look forward to a more comfortable climate as March ushers in the year's milder half.

Temperature

As March arrives, a rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a subzero cold -0.3°C (31.5°F) in February to a cold 5.4°C (41.7°F). During the nights in March, Windsor experiences a consistent average temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Windsor, Canada, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Windsor, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Windsor, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 595mm (23.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Windsor, in March, during 7.2 snowfall days, 28mm (1.1") of snow is typically accumulated. In Windsor, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.3 days and aggregates up to 377mm (14.84") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Windsor, in March, the average water temperature is 0.8°C (33.4°F).
Note: While participating in swimming, this is a serious life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, making lucid thinking almost impossible. The use of a specialized swimsuit is crucial to control thermal loss.

Daylight

In Windsor, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of March, in Windsor, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:57 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

In Windsor, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Windsor is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Windsor, in March, the average high-temperature is 5.4°C (41.7°F), and the average low-temperature is -1.3°C (29.7°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Windsor, Canada, is 76%.

In Windsor, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.

In Windsor, in March, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 28mm (1.1") of snow.

In Windsor, Canada, in March, the average water temperature is 0.8°C (33.4°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 6:22 pm EST. On the last day of the month, in Windsor, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:57 pm EDT.

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Windsor is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Today

Tomorrow

Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

-0.3°C

5.4°C

11.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.2km/h

16.4km/h

17km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

12.5

7.2

2.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.7

13.9

11.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Windsor, Canada

Average high temperature in March: 5.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.5°C).

Average low temperature in March: -1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Windsor, Canada

Average pressure in March: 1018.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Windsor, Canada

Average wind speed in March: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Windsor, Canada

Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Windsor, Canada

Average rainfall in March: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (73mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Windsor, Canada

Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Windsor, Canada

Average snowfall in March: 28mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (109mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Windsor, Canada

Average snowfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Windsor, Canada

Average sea temperature in March: 0.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.4°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Windsor, Canada

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).