March weather forecast
Medina, Saudi Arabia

The arrival of March signals the beginning of the spring season in Medina, Saudi Arabia. Warm temperatures start to dominate the city's climate, nudging it closer to the forthcoming summer heat. More evidently, the humidity drops, further increasing the aridity. March witnesses a distinct rise in temperatures to 30.6°C (87.1°F), coupled with 10mm (0.39") of rain. A sight of occasional rain is a welcome break from the usual dry days.

Temperature

The shift from February to March in Medina introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 26.6°C (79.9°F) to a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F). A steady average of 16.8°C (62.2°F) throughout March underscores a considerable divergence from the daytime high.

Humidity

In Medina, the average relative humidity in March is 25%.

Rainfall

In Medina, in March, during 3.2 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Medina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 24.6 days and collects up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of March, in Medina, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:37 +03.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Medina is 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 11 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Enforce every vital precaution. Those with light skin could endure burns in a matter of minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Directly after swimming or an outdoor workout, generously apply and reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen.