March weather forecast
Jomsom, Nepal

The lake Dhumba in Jomsom, Nepal, with a background landscape of the vast mountains
The lake Dhumba in Jomsom, Nepal, with a background landscape of the vast mountains

March

Weather in March

March ushers in Spring and starts to warm up Jomsom. As a precursor to the harsher summer months, March has ample daylight hours, averaging around 12 hours per day. Subsequent to February, temperatures rise quite noticeably, showing signs of the impending summer heat. Still, there is a cold chill in the air, particularly at night when temperatures can fall to -9°C (15.8°F), with quite a substantial amount of rainfall, measuring up to 58mm (2.28"). Despite the occasional rain, March has the ideal weather for treks around the mountain landscapes.

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in March, transitioning from an icy 4°C (39.2°F) in February to a frosty 7°C (44.6°F). Throughout March, Jomsom registers a distinct decrease from daytime highs, reaching an average low of -9°C (15.8°F).

Rainfall

In Jomsom, Nepal, during March, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. In Jomsom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104 days and collects up to 659mm (25.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:27 pm +0545.

Sunshine

In Jomsom, the average sunshine in March is 8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 11 translates into these guidelines:
Take every vital safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes may suffer burns rapidly. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?
An average high-temperature, in March, in Jomsom, is 7°C (44.6°F) and the average low-temperature is -9°C (15.8°F).
How much does it rain in March?
In Jomsom, in March, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Jomsom have in March?
The average day length in March is 12h and 0min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:27 pm +0545.
How long on average sun shines in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 8h.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
In Jomsom, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in March
Jomsom, Nepal
  • Average high temperature in March: 7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are June and July (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14°C).

Average rainfall in March
Jomsom, Nepal
  • Average rainfall in March: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (14mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Jomsom, Nepal
  • Average rainfall days in March: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (2 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Jomsom, Nepal
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in March
Jomsom, Nepal
  • Average UV index in March: 11

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).

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