March
Weather in March
Temperature
As February turns into March, the average high-temperatures rest at a still fresh 10.7°C (51.3°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Throughout March, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 3.7°C (38.7°F).Rainfall
In Port-aux-Français, in March, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169 rainfall days, and 708mm (27.87") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January, March through December. March is the first month it typically snows. Throughout March, there are 2 snowfall days. In Port-aux-Français, during the entire year, snow falls for 79 days.Sea temperature
February and March, with an average sea temperature of 5°C (41°F), are months with the warmest seawater.Note: It is life-risking to swim in 5°C (41°F). Briefly staying in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 10°C (50°F) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:07 +05.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 4.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in March
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average high temperature in March: 10.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (11.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 3.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (4.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (-0.8°C).
Average rainfall in March
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average rainfall in March: 59.4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45.5mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average rainfall days in March: 16 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March, April and December (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12 days).
Average snowfall days in March
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average snowfall days in March: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average sea temperature in March: 5°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February and March (5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (2°C).
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Average sunshine in March
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average UV index in March
Port-aux-Français, French Southern and Antarctic Lands
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 1).
