March weather forecastKobe, Japan
March
Weather in March
March brings a respite from the biting cold that defines Kobe in February. The emergence of spring means warmer weather, the beginning of colorful blooms, and a general shift in outdoor activities. The sea temperature warms up to 13.9°C (57°F), making coastal visits a delightful experience. Be ready for the considerable amount of rain as the ground thaws and waters the imminent spring flowers. There is a gradual increase in temperature and daylight hours in April as the city welcomes spring in full swing.Temperature
March's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 8.7°C (47.7°F) in February to a cool 12.1°C (53.8°F). Kobe observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) during the month of March.Humidity
March and April, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months in Kobe.Rainfall
In March, in Kobe, Japan, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout March, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kobe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 791mm (31.14") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Kobe. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Kobe aggregates 11mm (0.43") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.6 snowfall days, and 84mm (3.31") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 13.9°C (57°F).Note: Diving into 13.9°C (57°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Kobe is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of March, in Kobe, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:19 JST.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine in Kobe is 7.3h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kobe is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in March suggests the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average high temperature in March: 12.1°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 (7.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 5.8°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 (3.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average pressure in March: 1017.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.8mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average wind speed in March: 13.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average humidity in March: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (71%).
Average rainfall in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average rainfall in March: 48mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (127mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (31mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average snowfall in March: 11mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (39mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Kobe, Japan
- Average sea temperature in March: 13.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.9°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kobe, 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: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).
Average UV index in March
Kobe, 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
Kobe, Japan
- Average cloud cover in March: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in March
Kobe, Japan
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (9km).
