March weather - Autumn 2024 - Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average sea temperature in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average UV index in March

Clear waters, sandy beaches, and yellow gorse in the mountainous Stanley, in the Falkland Islands

Weather in March

The onset of autumn marks the noticeable decline in temperatures for Stanley in March. While the days continue to shorten, they maintain plenty of sunshine at 5 hours per day. Rain is still a significant feature of March weather, but the frequency of the rainfall days decreases slightly to 15 days. As autumn progresses, the weather tends towards cooler and damper conditions, reminiscent of a typical Falkland Island climate.

Temperature

March's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a cool 12.8°C (55°F) from February's 14°C (57.2°F). Stanley's average low-temperature for the month of March records at a wintry 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Humidity

In Stanley, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout March, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162 rainfall days, and 543mm (21.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Stanley is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 9.3°C (48.7°F) waters cooler than 10°C (50°F) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

In Stanley, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:37 -03.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Stanley is 5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Stanley is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stanley in March?

In Stanley, in March, the average high-temperature is 12.8°C (55°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.5°C (40.1°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Stanley?

In Stanley, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How many days does it rain in March in Stanley?

In Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), in March, during 15 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in March in Stanley?

In Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), in March, the average water temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F). Swimming in 9.3°C (48.7°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in March in Stanley?

The average day length in March in Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), is 12h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Stanley?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:37 -03.

How long on average sun shines in March in Stanley?

In Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Stanley?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Stanley is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

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

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

14°C 57.2°F

12.8°C 55°F

10.3°C 50.5°F

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average high temperature in March: 12.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (14.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (5.1°C).

Average low temperature in March: 4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (5.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-1.2°C).

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Average humidity in March
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall in March: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (63mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average sea temperature in March: 9.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (4.7°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average daylight in March: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 6h).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h).

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Average UV index in March
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 0).

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March weather forecast
Stanley, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

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