Contents
- Weather in March
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in March
- Average pressure in March
- Average wind speed in March
- Average humidity in March
- Average rainfall in March
- Average rainfall days in March
- Average snowfall in March
- Average snowfall days in March
- Average daylight in March
- Average sunshine in March
- Average sunshine days in March
- Average UV index in March
- Average cloud cover in March
- Average visibility in March
March
Weather in March
Temperature
March reports an average high-temperature of a cold 0.3°C (32.5°F), slightly varied from February's -2.6°C (27.3°F). During March, Orsières experiences a consistent low-temperature average of -8.6°C (16.5°F).Humidity
March is the most humid month in Orsières, with an average relative humidity of 91%.Rainfall
In March, in Orsières, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout March, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.5 rainfall days, and 903mm (35.55") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. In Orsières, in March, snow falls for 16.8 days, with typically accumulated 478mm (18.82") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 97.6 snowfall days, and 2767mm (108.94") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Orsières is 11h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:58 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Orsières, Switzerland, is 5.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Orsières in March?
What is the most humid month in Orsières?
What is the average humidity in March in Orsières?
How many days does it rain in March in Orsières?
How much does it snow in Orsières in March?
How many hours of daylight does Orsières have in March?
When are sunrise and sunset in March in Orsières?
How many hours of sunshine does Orsières have in March?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Orsières?
What is the UV index intensity in March in Orsières?
Average temperature in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in March: 0.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.9°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -8.6°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (5.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average pressure in March: 1016.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.2mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in March: 8.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average humidity in March: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in March: 80mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (43mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in March: 9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in March: 478mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (669mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in March: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average UV index in March: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in March: 54
The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and May (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Orsières, Switzerland
- Average visibility in March: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).
