March weather forecast
Hakodate, Japan

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Weather in March

March is a transition month in Hakodate as temperatures start to rise from -3.5°C (25.7°F) to 3.6°C (38.5°F), signifying the end of winter and the beginning of spring. Despite this shift, March rivals February in terms of snowfall, with the ground often covered in 37mm (1.46") of snow. As the snow starts to melt, March transparency enhances, enabling a better sight of the blooming sakura, the surrounding mountains, and the city vistas. Comparatively, from the previous month, March has an increase in the number of daylight hours. Moreover, the incoming warmer weather from April is heralded by the increase in the relative humidity.

Temperature

Hakodate observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during March, adjusting from a cold 0.1°C (32.2°F) in February to a still wintry 3.6°C (38.5°F). The March nights in Hakodate show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of -0.4°C (31.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hakodate, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. In Hakodate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 203mm (7.99") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hakodate, in March, during 10.8 snowfall days, 37mm (1.46") of snow is typically accumulated. In Hakodate, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.1 days and aggregates up to 179mm (7.05") of snow.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Hakodate, Japan.
Note: In swimming scenarios, this situation is extremely cold, fraught with danger, and poses a significant life risk. Absent insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia strikes quickly.

Daylight

In Hakodate, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in Hakodate, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:01 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Hakodate is 5.3h.

UV index

In Hakodate, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hakodate in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Hakodate, is 3.6°C (38.5°F), while the average low-temperature is -0.4°C (31.3°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Hakodate?

In Hakodate, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Hakodate in March?

In Hakodate, Japan, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Hakodate?

In Hakodate, Japan, in March, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 37mm (1.46") of snow.

When is the sea coldest in Hakodate?

With an average sea temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Hakodate, Japan.

What is the water temperature in March in Hakodate?

In Hakodate, the average seawater temperature in March is 4.9°C (40.8°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Hakodate have in March?

In Hakodate, Japan, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hakodate?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:01 JST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hakodate have in March?

In Hakodate, Japan, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Hakodate?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average temperature in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average high temperature in March: 3.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -0.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.5°C).

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Average pressure in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average pressure in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average wind speed in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average wind speed in March: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average humidity in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average rainfall in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average rainfall in March: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (25mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average rainfall days in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average snowfall in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average snowfall in March: 37mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (52mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average snowfall days in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average sea temperature in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in March: 4.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.9°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average sunshine days in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average UV index in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average cloud cover in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Hakodate, Japan

Average visibility in March - Hakodate, Japan
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (8km).

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