March weather forecastSliema, Malta
March
Weather in March
Contrasting with February, March ushers in warmer temperatures, clearer skies and a decline in precipitation to 27mm (1.06"). Ocean temperatures remain constant at 15.4°C (59.7°F), keeping beach activities at bay. March's climatic shift sets it apart from earlier months, marking the beginning of the balmy Mediterranean spring in Sliema, Malta. The daylight period starts to stretch, paving the way for eventual summer. With reduced cloud coverage of 26%, the city enjoys bolder sunshine, highlighting the pleasing transition from winter to spring.Temperature
The transition into March is marked with an average high-temperature of a still moderate 15.6°C (60.1°F), showing an insignificant shift from February's 14.9°C (58.8°F). Sliema maintains a minor drop in temperature during March nights, with averages of 14.2°C (57.6°F).Humidity
In Sliema, the average relative humidity in March is 74%.Rainfall
In Sliema, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sliema, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.6 days and collects up to 347mm (13.66") of precipitation.Sea temperature
February and March, with an average sea temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Sliema.Note: The majority of people find swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°F) unenjoyable. As the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes more challenging to control.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Sliema is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 8.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average high temperature in March: 15.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 14.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average pressure in March: 1015.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average wind speed in March: 25.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average rainfall in March: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average sea temperature in March: 15.4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.4°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 8h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average sunshine days in March: 19 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (12 days).
Average UV index in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average UV index in March: 5
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in March
Sliema, Malta
- Average cloud cover in March: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in March
Sliema, Malta
- 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).
