March weather forecastSaint-Chaffrey, France

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a cold month in Saint-Chaffrey, France, with temperature in the range of an average high of 0.4°C (32.7°F) and an average low of -10°C (14°F).

Temperature

Saint-Chaffrey observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between February's -1.9°C (28.6°F) and March's 0.4°C (32.7°F). An average low-temperature of -10°C (14°F) is noted during the nights in March.

Humidity

March is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Saint-Chaffrey, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint-Chaffrey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.2 days and collects up to 550mm (21.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In Saint-Chaffrey, during March, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 203mm (7.99") of snow. In Saint-Chaffrey, France, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.3 days and aggregates up to 1151mm (45.31") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Saint-Chaffrey is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:00 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.1h.

UV index

January through April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Saint-Chaffrey. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 0.4°C (32.7°F) and -10°C (14°F) respectively.

With an average relative humidity of 90%, March is the most humid month in Saint-Chaffrey.

In Saint-Chaffrey, the average relative humidity in March is 90%.

In Saint-Chaffrey, France, in March, during 10.4 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Saint-Chaffrey, during March, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 203mm (7.99") of snow.

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:00 CET.

The average sunshine duration in March in Saint-Chaffrey, France, is 6.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Saint-Chaffrey are January through April and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average high temperature in March: 0.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average humidity in March: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average rainfall in March: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (23mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average snowfall in March: 203mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (239mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7 days).

Average UV index in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in March
Saint-Chaffrey, France

  • Average visibility in March: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (6km).