March weather forecastHoorn, Netherlands
March
Weather in March
The weather begins to thaw in March, a transformative month where winter transitions into spring. The observant can keep an eye out for the first sprouts of green, hinting at warmer times ahead. Snowfall disappears from the forecast, with barely 2mm (0.08") across less than a day. Increased daylight hours bring a warmer ambiance to the landscape, as temperatures continue to rise. The end of the month can experience some rainfall, necessitating an umbrella at hand.Temperature
Entering March in Hoorn, the average high-temperature is recorded at a chilly 8.4°C (47.1°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from February's 5.7°C (42.3°F). March nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 3.9°C (39°F).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Hoorn is 80%.Rainfall
In Hoorn, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hoorn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 266mm (10.47") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Hoorn. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Hoorn aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Hoorn, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of snow.Sea temperature
February and March, with an average sea temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: If planning to swim in 6.3°C (43.3°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Hoorn is 11h and 54min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:12 CET.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine in Hoorn is 6.3h.UV index
In Hoorn, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in March: 8.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 3.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average pressure in March: 1015.4mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in March: 20.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in March: 15mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (8mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in March: 2mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average sea temperature in March: 6.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (18°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.3°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Hoorn, 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
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in March
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
