March weather forecast
Karakul Lake, Tajikistan

March

Weather in March

The post-winter month of March accompanies a thaw in the cold weather of Karakul Lake, ushering in the anticipation of spring. The mercury level starts to rise from -22°C (-7.6°F) in February to a less severe -14°C (6.8°F). Alongside the moderating weather, longer daylight hours mark the month distinguishing it from its precedents. Despite the cold, March tends to have significantly more going on in terms of weather variation. The changing patterns announce the arrival of the warmer quarter of the year.

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees an increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frigid cold -12°C (10.4°F) to a freezing cold -5°C (23°F). March sees the temperature falling to a mean low of -14°C (6.8°F).

Rainfall

In Karakul Lake, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Karakul Lake, Tajikistan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92 days and collects up to 458mm (18.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Karakul Lake, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:29 +05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during March leads to these instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March?
An average high-temperature, in March, in Karakul Lake, is -5°C (23°F) and the average low-temperature is -14°C (6.8°F).
How much does it rain in March?
In Karakul Lake, in March, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In Karakul Lake, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.
When are sunrise and sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:29 +05.
How many hours of sunshine does Karakul Lake have in March?
In March, the average sunshine duration is 6h.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in March
Karakul Lake, Tajikistan
  • Average high temperature in March: -5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-14°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -14°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-24°C).

Average rainfall in March
Karakul Lake, Tajikistan
  • Average rainfall in March: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Karakul Lake, Tajikistan
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September, October and November (5 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Karakul Lake, Tajikistan
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in March
Karakul Lake, Tajikistan
  • Average UV index in March: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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