March weather forecast
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

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Weather in March

In March, Alphen aan den Rijn registers a noticeable warming trend as the temperatures venture between 4.5°C (40.1°F) and 9°C (48.2°F). Of note, the snowfall dwindles, making room for rain that presents itself in 22mm (0.87") distributed over 12.5 days. The weather begins to show signs of the approaching spring, with pockets of warmer days and lesser snow. Daylight extends while the humidity decreases, adding to the feeling of milder climatic conditions. March can be seen as a transitional month, offering a welcome respite after the colder months.

Temperature

March witnesses a subtle temperature ascent, adjusting from an icy 5.9°C (42.6°F) in February to a frosty 9°C (48.2°F). During March, Alphen aan den Rijn's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at an icy 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Alphen aan den Rijn is 78%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout March, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is accumulated. In Alphen aan den Rijn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.4 days and collects up to 400mm (15.75") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Alphen aan den Rijn. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Alphen aan den Rijn aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.5 snowfall days, and 46mm (1.81") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Alphen aan den Rijn is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of March in Alphen aan den Rijn, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:13 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Alphen aan den Rijn is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Alphen aan den Rijn?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alphen aan den Rijn during March are 9°C (48.2°F) and 4.5°C (40.1°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Alphen aan den Rijn?

The average relative humidity in March in Alphen aan den Rijn is 78%.

How much does it rain in Alphen aan den Rijn in March?

In Alphen aan den Rijn, during March, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Alphen aan den Rijn?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Alphen aan den Rijn aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Alphen aan den Rijn have in March?

In Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands, the average day length in March is 11h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Alphen aan den Rijn?

On the first day of March in Alphen aan den Rijn, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:13 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Alphen aan den Rijn have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands, is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Alphen aan den Rijn?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Alphen aan den Rijn is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average temperature in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in March: 9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.8°C).

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Average pressure in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average pressure in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average wind speed in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in March: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.1km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average humidity in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average rainfall in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in March: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average snowfall in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in March: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average UV index in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands

Average visibility in March - Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

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

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