March weather forecastLukla, Nepal

March
Weather in March
In Lukla, March transitions smoothly from the biting cold of winter to the softer tones of spring. The landscape gets less snow than previous months, but periodic showers maintain the town's picturesque white charm. Worth noting is this month’s substantial increase in rainfall, up to 37mm (1.46") from February’s 26mm (1.02"), indicative of higher precipitation. As April approaches, cleaner air, greater visibility and longer days will become more evident. Alongside these changes, temperatures start to rise, hinting at the warmer months ahead.Temperature
As March unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still freezing cold -0.4°C (31.3°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. March nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a frigid cold -11.8°C (10.8°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 59%.Rainfall
In Lukla, in March, during 3.2 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 1206mm (47.48") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In Lukla, in March, during 17.9 snowfall days, 285mm (11.22") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.6 snowfall days, and 3156mm (124.25") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 12h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 5:58 pm. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 6:15 pm +0545.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 9.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: During March, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average high temperature in March: -0.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -11.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.7°C).
Average pressure in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average pressure in March: 1015.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.3mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average wind speed in March: 10.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average humidity in March: 59%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (41%).
Average rainfall in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average rainfall in March: 37mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average rainfall days in March: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average snowfall in March: 285mm
The month with the highest snowfall is May (614mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (51mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average snowfall days in March: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is December (3.7 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lukla, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).
Average UV index in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average cloud cover in March: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in March
Lukla, Nepal
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).








