March weather forecastOpfikon, Switzerland
March
Weather in March
The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Opfikon, Switzerland, with an average temperature ranging between max 9.8°C (49.6°F) and min 0.3°C (32.5°F).Temperature
The shift into March is characterized by a rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's wintry 4.5°C (40.1°F) to a frosty 9.8°C (49.6°F). The average temperature in Opfikon during March nights dips to a wintry 0.3°C (32.5°F).Humidity
In Opfikon, Switzerland, the average relative humidity in March is 82%.Rainfall
In March, in Opfikon, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout March, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Opfikon, Switzerland, there are 134.8 rainfall days, and 471mm (18.54") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Opfikon. In Opfikon, in March, during 3.8 snowfall days, 28mm (1.1") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 305mm (12.01") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Opfikon is 11h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of March, in Opfikon, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:54 CET.
Sunshine
In Opfikon, the average sunshine in March is 6.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in March: 9.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.2°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 0.3°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.2°C).
Average pressure in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average pressure in March: 1017.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in March: 8.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).
Average rainfall in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in March: 33mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in March: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in March: 28mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (85mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in March: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average UV index in March: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in March
Opfikon, Switzerland
- Average visibility in March: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are April, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
