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 sea temperature 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
Weather in March
Temperature
In Istanbul, the average high-temperature in March is essentially the same as in February - a fresh 11.8°C (53.2°F). The average low-temperature, in Istanbul, is 7.4°C (45.3°F).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Istanbul is 74%.Rainfall
In Istanbul, Turkey, during 14.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Istanbul, Turkey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.7 days and collects up to 400mm (15.75") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, Istanbul aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Istanbul, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.1 days and aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of snow.Sea temperature
In Istanbul, the average seawater temperature in March is 8.3°C (46.9°F).Note: Swimming in 8.3°C (46.9°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:27 +03.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 7h.UV index
In Istanbul, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
FAQ
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Average temperature in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average high temperature in March: 11.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.5°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 7.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average pressure in March: 1016.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.7mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average wind speed in March: 17km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (20.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (14km/h).
Average humidity in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average humidity in March: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (67%).
Average rainfall in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average rainfall in March: 38mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (11mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average snowfall in March: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average sea temperature in March: 8.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.8°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 5min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 17min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average UV index in March: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average cloud cover in March: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in March
Istanbul, Turkey
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (9km).
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