March weather forecastXiamen, China

Weather in March

In March, the spring season when the flowers bloom, the weather warms up marginally. This transition makes the atmosphere perfect for outdoor activities in Xiamen. The rainfall magnifies, much more than in February, asking locals and tourists alike to be prepared. A major contributor to this damp weather is the high relative humidity that the seaside city experiences. Nevertheless, the weather stays quite pleasant and welcomes people to enjoy the city in its full bloom.

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Xiamen's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a still refreshing 18.8°C (65.8°F) from February's 16.6°C (61.9°F). March nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 11.8°C (53.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, in Xiamen, the rain falls for 15.4 days. Throughout March, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. In Xiamen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121 days and collects up to 1349mm (53.11") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Xiamen, the average seawater temperature in March is 15.7°C (60.3°F).
Note: Swimming in water at 15.7°C (60.3°F) is not a pleasurable experience for most. The task of managing breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of March in Xiamen, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:23 CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is March, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Xiamen is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 11 in March leads to these recommendations:
Enforce all necessary precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.