March weather forecast
Alkmaar, Netherlands

March

Weather in March

The arrival of March signals the onset of spring in Alkmaar as the average temperatures see a perceptible rise, ranging from 4.2°C (39.6°F) to 8.8°C (47.8°F). There is a visible cutback in snowfall to a meagre 2mm (0.08"), as the weather conditions start to become milder. The high humidity of 79% can be felt in the air, making it slightly warmer. Days get stringently brighter as daylight hours increase. Alkmaar's weather in March suggests that spring is underway.

Temperature

In the transition from February to March, Alkmaar reports an average high-temperature of a frosty 8.8°C (47.8°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Alkmaar's nighttime temperature in March experiences a slight dip from daytime highs, falling to an average of 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Alkmaar is 79%.

Rainfall

In Alkmaar, in March, during 11.7 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alkmaar, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.8 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alkmaar are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Alkmaar aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Alkmaar, there are 8 snowfall days, and 33mm (1.3") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Alkmaar is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, in Alkmaar, Netherlands, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:14 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Alkmaar is 6.1h.

UV index

In Alkmaar, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Alkmaar in March?
In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alkmaar, Netherlands, are 8.8°C (47.8°F) and 4.2°C (39.6°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in March in Alkmaar?
In Alkmaar, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.
How much does it rain in Alkmaar in March?
In Alkmaar, Netherlands, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the last month it snows in Alkmaar?
March is the last month it regularly snows in Alkmaar. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Alkmaar aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in March in Alkmaar?
The average day length in March in Alkmaar, Netherlands, is 11h and 54min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Alkmaar?
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:14 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Alkmaar have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 6.1h.
How high is the UV index in March in Alkmaar?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Alkmaar, Netherlands, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average temperature in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.7°C).

Average pressure in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average pressure in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average wind speed in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in March: 19.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average humidity in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average rainfall in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in March: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average snowfall in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in March: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average UV index in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March - Alkmaar, Netherlands
Average visibility in March
Alkmaar, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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