March weather forecast
Riihimäki, Finland

March

Weather in March

March marks the transition between winter and spring with temperature highs slightly crossing the freezing point to reach 0.7°C (33.3°F) on average. The snowfall decreases significantly from the preceding month, paving the way for longer daylight hours. This is a welcome change as the city starts to thaw, and residents anticipate the blooming of spring. The weather, though unpredictable at times, prepares Riihimäki for the arrival of a more pleasant season.

Temperature

March in Riihimäki, Finland, witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold -2.8°C (27°F) in February to a cold 0.7°C (33.3°F). During March, an average low-temperature of -5.3°C (22.5°F) is observed in Riihimäki.

Humidity

In Riihimäki, the average relative humidity in March is 91%.

Rainfall

In Riihimäki, Finland, in March, during 8.5 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.8 rainfall days, and 373mm (14.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Riihimäki, in March, during 20.1 snowfall days, 202mm (7.95") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 102.9 snowfall days, and 1059mm (41.69") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Riihimäki, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 19:03 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Riihimäki in March?
In Riihimäki, 0.7°C (33.3°F) is the average high-temperature and -5.3°C (22.5°F) is the average low-temperature during March.
What is the average humidity in March in Riihimäki?
In Riihimäki, the average relative humidity in March is 91%.
How much does it rain in Riihimäki in March?
In Riihimäki, Finland, in March, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Riihimäki in March?
In Riihimäki, Finland, in March, snow falls for 20.1 days, with typically accumulated 202mm (7.95") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in March in Riihimäki?
In March, the average day length is 11h and 50min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Riihimäki?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 19:03 EET.
How many hours of sunshine does Riihimäki have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Riihimäki, Finland, is 3.6h.
When is the lowest UV index in Riihimäki?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in March in Riihimäki?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March - Riihimäki, Finland
Average temperature in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average high temperature in March: 0.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.3°C).

Average pressure in March - Riihimäki, Finland
Average pressure in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average pressure in March: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Riihimäki, Finland
Average wind speed in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in March - Riihimäki, Finland
Average humidity in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average humidity in March: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in March - Riihimäki, Finland
Average rainfall in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average rainfall in March: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (18mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Riihimäki, Finland
Average rainfall days in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (229mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Riihimäki, Finland
Average snowfall days in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 20.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March - Riihimäki, Finland
Average sunshine days in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.5 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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 - Riihimäki, Finland
Average cloud cover in March
Riihimäki, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

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

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

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