March weather forecastMadrid, Mexico

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Madrid, is a tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Temperature

In March, Madrid's weather conditions record an average high-temperature of a hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), demonstrating little divergence from the preceding month. Madrid's temperature in March lowers to a consistent average of 19.3°C (66.7°F) during the nights.

Heat index

March's mean heat index is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

March is the last month it rains. During 1.1 rainfall days, in March, Madrid aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 94.5 rainfall days, and 429mm (16.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Madrid, the average length of the day in March is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

March, April and December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during March is 30.8°C (87.4°F) and the low-temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is computed to be 35°C (95°F).

In Madrid, the average relative humidity in March is 61%.

March is the last month it rains. During 1.1 rainfall days, in March, Madrid aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

The average day length in March is 12h and 3min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:09 pm CST.

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and December, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

In Madrid, the average sunshine duration in March is 9.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Madrid, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

29.8°C

30.8°C

31.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.7km/h

8km/h

7.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

25.4

29.9

29.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

11%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average high temperature in March: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (29.8°C).

Average low temperature in March: 19.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are June and August (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19°C).

Average pressure in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average pressure in March: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average wind speed in March: 6.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and August (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average humidity in March: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (59%).

Average rainfall in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average rainfall in March: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average rainfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (0.7 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average daylight in March: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

Average sunshine in March: 9h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average sunshine days in March: 29.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average cloud cover in March: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in March
Madrid, Mexico

Average visibility in March: 10km

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