March weather forecastKitakyushu, Japan

March

Weather in March

The early signs of spring in Kitakyushu become more evident in March. The weather sees a mild temperature rise with decreased snowfall, translating to a mere 4mm (0.16"). Increasing daylight hours and sunshine, coupled with the strengthening UV index, make interruptions in the blanket of winter. Furthermore, the volume of rainfall witnesses an upsurge marking the start of the rainy season. Despite the slight shifts in weather conditions, March maintains the relative humidity of its forbearers.

Temperature

Kitakyushu observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during March, adjusting from a frosty 9.4°C (48.9°F) in February to a cool 12.4°C (54.3°F). In Kitakyushu, the nighttime temperature averages to a chilly 6.8°C (44.2°F) during March.

Humidity

January through March, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months in Kitakyushu.

Rainfall

In March, in Kitakyushu, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout March, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kitakyushu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.9 days and collects up to 943mm (37.13") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Kitakyushu. March is the last month it regularly snows in Kitakyushu. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Kitakyushu aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Kitakyushu, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.5 days and aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Diving into 13.8°C (56.8°F) when it's under 10°C (50°F) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:36 JST.

Sunshine

In Kitakyushu, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kitakyushu is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Kitakyushu, is 12.4°C (54.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 6.8°C (44.2°F).

The months with the lowest humidity in Kitakyushu are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

The average relative humidity in March in Kitakyushu is 71%.

In Kitakyushu, during March, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation.

March is the last month it regularly snows in Kitakyushu, Japan. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Kitakyushu aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

With an average sea temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Kitakyushu.

In Kitakyushu, in March, the average water temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

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

On the first day of March in Kitakyushu, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:36 JST.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.9h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Kitakyushu is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average high temperature in March: 12.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 6.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average pressure in March: 1018.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average wind speed in March: 13.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average rainfall in March: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (183mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average snowfall in March: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average sea temperature in March: 13.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.9 days).

Average UV index in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in March
Kitakyushu, Japan

  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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