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Weather in March
As the southern hemisphere transitions from summer to autumn, March in the French Southern and Antarctic Lands witnesses a shift in weather conditions. The average temperature begins to drop, ranging between 8°C (46.4°F) and 6°C (42.8°F), which marks the beginning of the region's gradual descent into cooler conditions.
In the Kerguelen Islands, one of the most notable parts of the territory, the average temperature in March follows the broader trend, settling in the same range of 8°C (46.4°F) to 6°C (42.8°F). Though still relatively mild, the islands start experiencing the tell-tale signs of autumn.
In terms of precipitation, March sees rainfall that is similar in frequency to the summer months, although the instances of snowfall begin to increase as temperatures drop. The weather continues its pattern of unpredictability with periods of clear skies suddenly shifting to fog, rain, or snow. However, such quick weather changes are part of the unique charm of the French Southern and Antarctic Lands.
Comparatively, March signifies a noticeable change from the warmer temperatures of February. As the month progresses, the days start becoming shorter, and the nights gradually lengthen, signalling the end of the summer season. Although the shift is gradual, it represents a clear transition towards the colder half of the year. By contrast, the change from March to April will be more pronounced, with average temperatures dropping further as autumn takes hold, leading to the frigid conditions of the winter season.
[Resources]In the Kerguelen Islands, one of the most notable parts of the territory, the average temperature in March follows the broader trend, settling in the same range of 8°C (46.4°F) to 6°C (42.8°F). Though still relatively mild, the islands start experiencing the tell-tale signs of autumn.
In terms of precipitation, March sees rainfall that is similar in frequency to the summer months, although the instances of snowfall begin to increase as temperatures drop. The weather continues its pattern of unpredictability with periods of clear skies suddenly shifting to fog, rain, or snow. However, such quick weather changes are part of the unique charm of the French Southern and Antarctic Lands.
Comparatively, March signifies a noticeable change from the warmer temperatures of February. As the month progresses, the days start becoming shorter, and the nights gradually lengthen, signalling the end of the summer season. Although the shift is gradual, it represents a clear transition towards the colder half of the year. By contrast, the change from March to April will be more pronounced, with average temperatures dropping further as autumn takes hold, leading to the frigid conditions of the winter season.
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February and March, with an average sea temperature of 5°C (41°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands. March is the first month it typically snows in Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands.
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