March weather forecastHeerlen, Netherlands
March
Weather in March
With the arrival of March, signs of spring begin to emerge in Heerlen. The overall climate sees a gradual shift with increasing temperatures, falling snowfall, and lengthening daylight hours. This warming trend symbolizes the transitioning weather pattern from winter towards spring. This phase sees a significant decrease in snowfall from 44mm (1.73") in February to 11mm (0.43") in March. By the end of the month, the city celebrates the pleasant weather with vibrant spring blossoms and an increase in outdoor activities.Temperature
The coming of March brings a minor shift in Heerlen's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's wintry 5.6°C (42.1°F) to a frosty 9.8°C (49.6°F). Heerlen throughout March, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 2.8°C (37°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Heerlen is 79%.Rainfall
In Heerlen, during March, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.5 rainfall days, and 482mm (18.98") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Heerlen. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.4 snowfall days, in March, Heerlen aggregates 11mm (0.43") of snow. In Heerlen, Netherlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 147mm (5.79") of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Heerlen, Netherlands, is 11h and 55min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of March, in Heerlen, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:07 CET.
Sunshine
In Heerlen, the average sunshine in March is 5.8h.UV index
In Heerlen, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in March: 9.8°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 2.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.4°C).
Average pressure in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average pressure in March: 1016.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in March: 15.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.1km/h).
Average humidity in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in March: 42mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in March: 15.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in March: 11mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (48mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in March: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in March
Heerlen, Netherlands
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (8km).
