March weather forecast
Sochi, Russia

Rows of boats on the seaport in Sochi, Russia, with a view of the city far out
Rows of boats on the seaport in Sochi, Russia, with a view of the city far out

March

Weather in March

As the city moves from February into March, temperatures start to gradually elevate from 4.9°C (40.8°F) to 9.8°C (49.6°F). The weather slowly begins to transition into spring, saying a final goodbye to the snowfall that marked the prior months. April patiently waits to usher in warmer days, but March creates its own temperate niche. The perceived increase in the sun's brilliance signals the onset of spring. Harbingers of the coming season, the thawing landscapes of Sochi turn March into a transitional month worth experiencing.

Temperature

Sochi's entry into March measures an average high-temperature of a still frosty 9.8°C (49.6°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Sochi sustains an average of approximately an icy 4.9°C (40.8°F) during March nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Sochi, Russia, is 70%.

Rainfall

In March, in Sochi, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout March, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sochi, there are 156.6 rainfall days, and 614mm (24.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Sochi. March is the month with the most snowfall in Sochi, Russia. Snow falls for 1.1 days and accumulates 21mm (0.83") of snow.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F).
Note: Beware when you're in 8.6°C (47.5°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

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in Sochi, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:46 MSK.

Sunshine

In Sochi, the average sunshine in March is 7.5h.

UV index

In Sochi, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 3 in March leads to these guidelines:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Sochi?
Sochi in March has an average high-temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Sochi?
The average relative humidity in March in Sochi is 70%.
How many days does it rain in March in Sochi?
In Sochi, Russia, in March, during 16.5 rainfall days, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it snow the most in Sochi?
The month with the most snowfall in Sochi, Russia, is March, when snow falls for 1.1 days and typically aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of snow.
What is the last month it snows in Sochi?
March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.1 snowfall days, in March, Sochi aggregates 21mm (0.83") of snow.
What month is the sea coldest in Sochi?
March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F).
What is the water temperature in March in Sochi?
In March, the average sea temperature is 8.6°C (47.5°F). Swimming in 8.6°C (47.5°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the average length of the day in March in Sochi?
In Sochi, Russia, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sochi?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:46 MSK.
How many hours of sunshine does Sochi have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Sochi, Russia, is 7.5h.
How high is the UV index in March in Sochi?
In Sochi, Russia, the average daily maximum UV index in March 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 temperature in March - Sochi, Russia
Average temperature in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average high temperature in March: 9.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°C).

Average pressure in March - Sochi, Russia
Average pressure in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Sochi, Russia
Average wind speed in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3km/h).

Average humidity in March - Sochi, Russia
Average humidity in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average humidity in March: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (64%).

Average rainfall in March - Sochi, Russia
Average rainfall in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average rainfall in March: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (33mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Sochi, Russia
Average rainfall days in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March - Sochi, Russia
Average snowfall in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average snowfall in March: 21mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Sochi, Russia
Average snowfall days in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Sochi, Russia
Average sea temperature in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average sea temperature in March: 8.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.6°C).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sochi, Russia
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March - Sochi, Russia
Average sunshine days in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in March - Sochi, Russia
Average UV index in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March - Sochi, Russia
Average cloud cover in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in March - Sochi, Russia
Average visibility in March
Sochi, Russia
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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