March weather forecast
Alexandria, Egypt

The weather in Alexandria during March marks the onset of warmer temperatures. With a dip in the number of rainfall days from 8.9 in February to 6 in March, the decreasing precipitation signals the advent of drier days. The city begins to cast off its winter coolness and dress in the attire of spring. Crisp blue skies set the backdrop for warmer afternoons and mildly cool nights. The gradual upward shift in temperature peaks in April.

Temperature

March ushers in an average high-temperature of an agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F) in Alexandria, Egypt, aligning closely with the preceding month. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 10.8°C (51.4°F) is expected.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Alexandria is 67%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria, in March, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Alexandria, there are 46.8 rainfall days, and 196mm (7.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Alexandria, in March, the average water temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F), swimming is not a joy for most people. The challenge of controlling breathing increases as the temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Alexandria, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 6:19 pm EET.

Sunshine

In Alexandria, Egypt, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

In Alexandria, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.