March weather forecast
Sliema, Malta

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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

What are the temperatures in Sliema in March?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sliema are 15.6°C (60.1°F) and 14.2°C (57.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Sliema?

In March, the average relative humidity in Sliema is 74%.

How many days does it rain in March in Sliema?

In Sliema, Malta, during March, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

What months are the sea coldest in Sliema?

The months with the coldest seawater in Sliema, Malta, are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F).

What is the sea water temperature in March in Sliema?

In Sliema, Malta, the average seawater temperature in March is 15.4°C (59.7°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°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 Sliema?

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sliema?

On the first day of March in Sliema, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:23 pm CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Sliema?

In Sliema, Malta, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Sliema?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average pressure in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average wind speed in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average humidity in March
Sliema, Malta

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%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average rainfall days in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average sea temperature in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sliema, Malta

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average UV index in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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Average visibility in March
Sliema, Malta

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).

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