March weather forecast
Nantong, China

March

Weather in March

With the arrival of March, Nantong warms up, signalling the end of the winter season. The temperatures, the quantity of sunlight, and the frequency of rain showers all increase, giving a taste of the approaching spring. Outdoor activities become more comfortable, and the city turns greener as plants begin to recover from the winter chill. March brings about a significant change in the weather pattern faced in February. Of note is the dramatic drop in snowfall, falling from 11mm (0.43") in February to just 2mm (0.08") in March, a clear sign of winter's retreat.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Nantong introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a frosty 9.7°C (49.5°F) in February to a refreshing 14.4°C (57.9°F). Nantong throughout March, records an average low-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F).

Humidity

In Nantong, China, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

Rainfall

In Nantong, China, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nantong, China, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.2 days and collects up to 416mm (16.38") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Nantong. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Nantong aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Nantong, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.4 days and aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of snow.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Nantong is 7.5°C (45.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 7.5°C (45.5°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of March, in Nantong, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:15 CST.

Sunshine

In Nantong, the average sunshine in March is 7.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March translates into the following guidance:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Nantong in March?
In March, in Nantong, the average high-temperature is 14.4°C (57.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.6°C (42.1°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Nantong?
In Nantong, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.
How many days does it rain in March in Nantong?
In Nantong, during March, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.
What is the last month it snows in Nantong?
March is the last month it regularly snows in Nantong. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Nantong aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the sea water temperature in March in Nantong?
In Nantong, China, the average seawater temperature in March is 7.5°C (45.5°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the average length of the day in March in Nantong?
In March, the average day length is 11h and 59min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Nantong?
On the first day of March in Nantong, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:15 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Nantong have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.
How high is the UV index in March in Nantong?
In Nantong, China, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Nantong, China
  • Average high temperature in March: 14.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2°C).

Average pressure in March
Nantong, China
  • Average pressure in March: 1021.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1027.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Nantong, China
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Nantong, China
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (64%).

Average rainfall in March
Nantong, China
  • Average rainfall in March: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (14mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Nantong, China
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nantong, China
  • Average snowfall in March: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Nantong, China
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Nantong, China
  • Average sea temperature in March: 7.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (5.4°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nantong, China
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nantong, China
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Nantong, China
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Nantong, China
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and June (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Nantong, China
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).

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