March weather forecastAshdod, Israel

March

Weather in March

March marks the advent of spring in Ashdod, where the weather is visibly different from the preceding months. A plunge in the average monthly rainfall to 35mm (1.38") indicates that the season of showers is gradually winding down. This reduction in precipitation brings forth clearer skies, leading to an upsurge in the total sunshine hours. The wind, too, becomes more consistent, resulting in a pleasant atmosphere during the daytime. Consequently, the birth of spring infuses the city's weather with a liveliness, promising more sun, less rain and moderate temperatures.

Temperature

The onset of March notes an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 19.8°C (67.6°F), subtly shifted from February's 18.3°C (64.9°F). Ashdod records an average nighttime low-temperature of 14.1°C (57.4°F) throughout March.

Humidity

In Ashdod, the average relative humidity in March is 63%.

Rainfall

In Ashdod, in March, during 10.3 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.3 rainfall days, and 299mm (11.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°F) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Ashdod is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:39 IST. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:00 IDT.
Note: On Friday, 29. March 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from IST to IDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from IDT to IST.

Sunshine

In Ashdod, Israel, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during March is 19.8°C (67.6°F) and the low-temperature is 14.1°C (57.4°F).

In Ashdod, the average relative humidity in March is 63%.

In Ashdod, Israel, in March, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation.

In Ashdod, the average seawater temperature in March is 17.9°C (64.2°F). Swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In March, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:39 IST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:00 IDT.

On Friday, 29. March 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from IST to IDT. DST ends on Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 02:00.

In Ashdod, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average high temperature in March: 19.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average wind speed in March: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average humidity in March: 63%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (56%).

Average rainfall in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average rainfall in March: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (77mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average sea temperature in March: 17.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (17.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 24min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (14.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • Average cloud cover in March: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Ashdod, Israel

  • 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).