March weather forecast
Joensuu, Finland

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Weather in March

March signifies the start of a meteorological transition in Joensuu. There is a noticeable climb in temperature; however, the mean values still hover in the negative. The snowfall remains consistent, but the days are now longer with increasing daylight hours. A distinctive characteristic of this month is the rise of relative humidity to 94%, amplifying the cold sensation. Notwithstanding these elements, March possesses its own allure with the late winter scenery.

Temperature

The start of March in Joensuu brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold -5.1°C (22.8°F) in February to a still subzero cold -1.6°C (29.1°F). In Joensuu, the March nights cool down to an average low of -6.9°C (19.6°F).

Humidity

In Joensuu, the average relative humidity in March is 94%.

Rainfall

In Joensuu, during March, the rain falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 127.5 rainfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are March and December, with an average 202mm (7.95") of accumulated snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Joensuu is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:23. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:46 EET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Joensuu is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jan 31, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Joensuu?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -1.6°C (29.1°F) and -6.9°C (19.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Joensuu?

In Joensuu, the average relative humidity in March is 94%.

How many days does it rain in March in Joensuu?

In Joensuu, in March, during 4.7 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Joensuu?

The months with the most snowfall in Joensuu, Finland, are March and December, with an average 202mm (7.95") of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Joensuu?

In Joensuu, during March, snow falls for 21.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 202mm (7.95") of snow.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Joensuu?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 17:23. On the last day of the month, in Joensuu, Finland, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 18:46 EET.

How many hours of sunshine does Joensuu have in March?

In Joensuu, Finland, the average sunshine duration in March is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Joensuu?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Joensuu?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average temperature in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average high temperature in March: -1.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -6.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average pressure in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average pressure in March: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average wind speed in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average humidity in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average humidity in March: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (96%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average rainfall in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average rainfall in March: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average rainfall days in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average snowfall in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average snowfall in March: 202mm

The months with the highest snowfall are March and December (202mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average snowfall days in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 21.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average sunshine days in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average UV index in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average cloud cover in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in March
Joensuu, Finland

Average visibility in March - Joensuu, Finland
  • Average visibility in March: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

Joensuu, Finland

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