March weather forecast
Kagoshima, Japan

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Weather in March

With March, the weather starts to gradually warm up, leading to the disappearance of snow completely. The climatic transition from winter to spring is prominent this month, as the city bids goodbye to the remaining chill in the air. Daylight continues to increase, adding more hours of sunshine to the day. Even though the city receives abundant rainfall, it does not hinder the onset of blooming flowers, painting a colorful picture of Kagoshima. The significant rise in rainfall from 112mm (4.41") to 180mm (7.09") denotes the onset of the rainy season.

Temperature

March welcomes an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17°C (62.6°F), not much different from the preceding month. During March, Kagoshima witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Kagoshima, during March, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 180mm (7.09") of precipitation. In Kagoshima, Japan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.7 days and collects up to 2266mm (89.21") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kagoshima, snow does not fall in March through November.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F).
Note: A majority do not enjoy swimming in water at 18.2°C (64.8°F). The difficulty in controlling breathing increases progressively as the temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Kagoshima is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Kagoshima, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Kagoshima is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kagoshima is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in March transforms into this advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Kagoshima?

March temperatures in Kagoshima, Japan, vary between a high-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F) and a low-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Kagoshima?

In Kagoshima, Japan, the average relative humidity in March is 69%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kagoshima?

In Kagoshima, Japan, in March, it is raining for 12.9 days, with typically 180mm (7.09") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Kagoshima?

In Kagoshima, Japan, snow does not fall in March through November.

Does it snow in Kagoshima in March?

In March, in Kagoshima, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

When is the sea coldest in Kagoshima?

The months with the coldest seawater in Kagoshima are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

What is the sea water temperature in March in Kagoshima?

In Kagoshima, Japan, the average seawater temperature in March is 18.2°C (64.8°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in March in Kagoshima?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Kagoshima?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Kagoshima, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:36 JST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kagoshima have in March?

In Kagoshima, Japan, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Kagoshima?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kagoshima, Japan, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kagoshima, Japan

Average temperature in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • Average high temperature in March: 17°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 8.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°C).

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Average humidity in March
Kagoshima, Japan

Average humidity in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (65%).

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Average rainfall in March
Kagoshima, Japan

Average rainfall in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • Average rainfall in March: 179.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (452.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (71.3mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Kagoshima, Japan

Average rainfall days in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Kagoshima, Japan

Average snowfall in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Kagoshima, Japan

Average snowfall days in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Kagoshima, Japan

Average sea temperature in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • Average sea temperature in March: 18.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (18.2°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average UV index in March
Kagoshima, Japan

Average UV index in March - Kagoshima, Japan
  • Average UV index in March: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 11).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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