March weather forecast
Makkum, Netherlands

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Makkum, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.8°C (46°F) and an average low of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Temperature

March's presence marks an average high-temperature of a frosty 7.8°C (46°F), subtly varied from February's 5.3°C (41.5°F). Makkum's nocturnal readings in March exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at an icy 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Humidity

In Makkum, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout March, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated. In Makkum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.1 days and collects up to 390mm (15.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Makkum. March is the last month it regularly snows in Makkum. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Makkum aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Makkum, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of snow.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Makkum, with an average sea temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 5.8°C (42.4°F) feels unbearing at 13°C (55.4°F) and can be life-risking below 10°C (50°F), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:11 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index 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 translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Makkum?
In March, in Makkum, the average high-temperature is 7.8°C (46°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.8°C (38.8°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Makkum?
In March, the average relative humidity in Makkum, Netherlands, is 81%.
How many days does it rain in March in Makkum?
In Makkum, Netherlands, during March, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.
What is the last month it snows in Makkum?
March is the last month it regularly snows in Makkum, Netherlands. During 0.9 snowfall days, in March, Makkum aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the month with the coldest sea water in Makkum?
March is the month with the coldest seawater in Makkum, with an average sea temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F).
How cold is the water in March in Makkum?
In March, the average sea temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F). Swimming in 5.8°C (42.4°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
What is the average length of the day in March in Makkum?
In March, the average day length is 11h and 54min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Makkum?
On the first day of March in Makkum, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:11 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Makkum have in March?
In Makkum, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.2h.
How high is the UV index in March in Makkum?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Makkum, Netherlands, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average temperature in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in March: 7.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average pressure in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average wind speed in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in March: 21.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average humidity in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (79%).

Average rainfall in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average rainfall in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in March: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.1 days).

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

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average sea temperature in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in March: 5.8°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.8°C).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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 - Makkum, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in March
Makkum, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March - Makkum, Netherlands
Average visibility in March
Makkum, 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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