Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
Weather in March
Temperature
The shift from February to March in Shimla is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a comfortable 16°C (60.8°F) to an agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F). March nights bring a significant cooling from the heat of the day, with averages of 8.3°C (46.9°F).Humidity
In Shimla, the average relative humidity in March is 45%.Rainfall
In Shimla, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. In Shimla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 1242mm (48.9") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Shimla, India. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Shimla aggregates 21mm (0.83") of snow. In Shimla, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.1 days and aggregates up to 291mm (11.46") of snow.Daylight
In Shimla, India, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:39 pm IST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Shimla, India, is 9.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Shimla is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in March leads to these guidelines:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Shimla in March?
What is the average humidity in March in Shimla?
How many days does it rain in March in Shimla?
What is the last month it snows in Shimla?
How many hours of daylight does Shimla have in March?
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Shimla?
How long on average sun shines in March in Shimla?
What is the UV index reading in March in Shimla?
Average temperature in March
Shimla, India
- Average high temperature in March: 20.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.8°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 8.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.6°C).
Average pressure in March
Shimla, India
- Average pressure in March: 1015.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.5mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Shimla, India
- Average wind speed in March: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1km/h).
Average humidity in March
Shimla, India
- Average humidity in March: 45%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (35%).
Average rainfall in March
Shimla, India
- Average rainfall in March: 72mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (333mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (14mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Shimla, India
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Shimla, India
- Average snowfall in March: 21mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (184mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Shimla, India
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Shimla, India
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Shimla, India
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Shimla, India
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Shimla, India
- Average cloud cover in March: 19
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in March
Shimla, India
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (8km).
Shimla, India
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