March weather forecastAltena, Germany
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Altena, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 1.3°C (34.3°F) and 8.4°C (47.1°F).Temperature
The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from an icy 4.1°C (39.4°F) to a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F). Altena's nighttime temperature in March falls to an average of 1.3°C (34.3°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Altena is 83%.Rainfall
In Altena, Germany, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. In Altena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.8 days and collects up to 605mm (23.82") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Altena. In Altena, Germany, in March, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 89mm (3.5") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.4 snowfall days, and 536mm (21.1") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of March, in Altena, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 19:01 CET.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 5.6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Altena, Germany
- Average high temperature in March: 8.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.2°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 1.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.9°C).
Average pressure in March
Altena, Germany
- Average pressure in March: 1016.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.4mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Altena, Germany
- Average wind speed in March: 12.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Altena, Germany
- Average humidity in March: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Altena, Germany
- Average rainfall in March: 61mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (73mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (29mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Altena, Germany
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Altena, Germany
- Average snowfall in March: 89mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (143mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Altena, Germany
- Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Altena, Germany
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Altena, Germany
- Average sunshine days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.5 days).
Average UV index in March
Altena, Germany
- Average UV index in March: 2
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 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Altena, Germany
- Average cloud cover in March: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in March
Altena, Germany
- Average visibility in March: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are April, June and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (7km).





