March weather forecastDordrecht, Netherlands

March

Weather in March

Milder temperatures signify the arrival of spring in Dordrecht in March. The average highs increase to 10.3°C (50.5°F), giving a much-needed break from the biting winter cold. The blooming tulips in the city's many green spaces enjoy the increased daylight and sun. March also witnesses a decline in snowfall, providing the perfect weather for exploring attractions like the Windmills of Kinderdijk. However, the weather remains quite variable, with cold snaps or warmer days not being an unusual occurrence.

Temperature

March's arrival in Dordrecht sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F) to a fresh 10.3°C (50.5°F). An average nighttime temperature of 3.5°C (38.3°F) is noted in Dordrecht during the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dordrecht, Netherlands, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. In Dordrecht, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.9 days and collects up to 550mm (21.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Dordrecht. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Dordrecht aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Dordrecht, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.7 days and aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Dordrecht is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:13 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Dordrecht is 6h.

UV index

In Dordrecht, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Dordrecht, records 10.3°C (50.5°F), while the low-temperature is 3.5°C (38.3°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 78%.

In Dordrecht, Netherlands, during March, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.

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

In March, the average day length in Dordrecht, Netherlands, is 11h and 55min.

In March, on the first day of the month, 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.

In Dordrecht, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Dordrecht is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in March: 10.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in March: 16km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in March: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in March: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Dordrecht, 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
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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