March weather forecastScharendijke, Netherlands

March

Weather in March

March introduces the first taste of spring with an uptick in temperatures, both on land and the sea. Decreased rainfall and more daily sunshine characterize the shift towards warmer months. Even though the city still experiences some snowfall, it reduces drastically compared to the previous months, making it negligible. The increased visibility along with fewer clouds creates more wholesome days and open skies. Lastly, March also offers improved wind conditions, setting it apart from the off-peak winter season in Scharendijke.

Temperature

The arrival of March in Scharendijke sees an average high-temperature of a still chilly 9.2°C (48.6°F), hardly diverging from February's 6.2°C (43.2°F). Scharendijke, in the month of March, notes an average low temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F), indicating a small decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Scharendijke is 79%.

Rainfall

In Scharendijke, in March, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. In Scharendijke, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.9 days and collects up to 321mm (12.64") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Scharendijke aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.6 snowfall days, and 31mm (1.22") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through March, with an average sea temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F).
Note: Beware when you're in 6.8°C (44.2°F) waters; 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling and anything below 10°C (50°F) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

In Scharendijke, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:16 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Scharendijke is 6.2h.

UV index

In Scharendijke, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 9.2°C (48.6°F) and 4.7°C (40.5°F) respectively.

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

In Scharendijke, during March, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Scharendijke aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

The months with the coldest seawater in Scharendijke, Netherlands, are January through March, with an average sea temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F).

In Scharendijke, Netherlands, the average seawater temperature in March is 6.8°C (44.2°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, in Scharendijke, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:16 CET.

The average sunshine duration in March in Scharendijke, Netherlands, is 6.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in March: 9.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in March: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in March: 20km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.3km/h).

Average humidity in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in March: 79%

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

Average rainfall in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in March: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in March: 2mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average sea temperature in March: 6.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (6.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Scharendijke, 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 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are November and December (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Scharendijke, 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
Scharendijke, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in March: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in March
Scharendijke, 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).