March weather forecastSanandaj, Iran

March

Weather in March

Moving from winter into spring, March sees a significant warming trend in Sanandaj, with temperatures climbing out of the freezing zone to reach 9.7°C (49.5°F). With the advent of spring, the ice-thaw allows for a larger amount of rainfall, shaping ideal conditions for the city's flora to blossom. The days are increasingly longer and sunnier, providing more opportunities for outdoor excursions. A reduced cloud cover lets residents enjoy an increasingly blue sky. The pleasant weather signifies a transition period opening the way towards the upcoming warm months.

Temperature

As March sets in Sanandaj, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a wintry 4°C (39.2°F) in February to a frosty 9.7°C (49.5°F). During March, the average low-temperature is an icy 0.8°C (33.4°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Sanandaj, Iran, is 60%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Sanandaj is March, when the rain falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sanandaj, Iran, in March, during 2.4 snowfall days, 54mm (2.13") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.5 snowfall days, and 489mm (19.25") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sanandaj, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Sanandaj, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:42 +0330.

Sunshine

In Sanandaj, Iran, the average sunshine in March is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Sanandaj, is 9.7°C (49.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 0.8°C (33.4°F).

In Sanandaj, Iran, the average relative humidity in March is 60%.

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.5 days and accumulates 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

In Sanandaj, Iran, in March, during 12.5 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Sanandaj, Iran, in March, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 54mm (2.13") of snow.

The average day length in March in Sanandaj is 11h and 59min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:42 +0330.

The average sunshine duration in March in Sanandaj, Iran, is 8.8h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sanandaj, Iran.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sanandaj is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average high temperature in March: 9.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.7°C).

Average pressure in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average pressure in March: 1016.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1005.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average humidity in March: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (23%).

Average rainfall in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average rainfall in March: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (51mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average snowfall in March: 54mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (159mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in March
Sanandaj, Iran

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).