March weather forecastErbil, Iraq

March

Weather in March

March marks the onset of a pleasant spring in Erbil, with the weather progressively becoming warmer. Upholding an average daily high temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), the city experiences agreeable temperatures that are perfect for exploring its rich history and culture. Alongside, the cloud coverage further decreases leading to clearer skies and heightened visibility. However, March, being a transitional phase, also brings an increase in rainfall to an average of 72mm (2.83"), making it the month with the highest rainfall in Erbil. Nevertheless, the precipitation does not dampen the spirits of locals, who welcome spring’s arrival with colorful festivities.

Temperature

March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 14.1°C (57.4°F) in February to an enjoyable 18.3°C (64.9°F). Erbil's average low-temperature in March is measured at a chilly 8.8°C (47.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 54%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Erbil aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 16mm (0.63") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:25 +03.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In Erbil, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in March translates into these instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

In Erbil, in March, the average high-temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 54%.

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

In Erbil, in March, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, Erbil aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

In Erbil, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:25 +03.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.

In Erbil, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average high temperature in March: 18.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (42.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°C).

Average pressure in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average wind speed in March: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average humidity in March: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (57%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (15%).

Average rainfall in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average rainfall in March: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 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
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 18min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).

Average UV index in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in March
Erbil, Iraq

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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