March weather forecast
Samsun, Turkey

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Weather in March

With the arrival of March, Samsun, Turkey, witnesses the slow transition from winter to spring. This shift is marked by a lengthening of daylight hours and a slow temperature climb. A slightly higher temperature range from 12°C (53.6°F) to 4.7°C (40.5°F) effectively marks the onset of spring. Primarily, March carries the chill of winter punctuated with a humid undercurrent. The city positions itself for a warm change as it bids goodbye to the penetrating cold of winter.

Temperature

Samsun's average high-temperature in March is a still cool 12°C (53.6°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 11.1°C (52°F) of February. In Samsun, the average nighttime temperature during March is an icy 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Samsun is 77%.

Rainfall

In Samsun, Turkey, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 92 rainfall days, and 739mm (29.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Samsun is 8.4°C (47.1°F).
Note: It is risky to swim in 8.4°C (47.1°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Samsun is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Samsun, Turkey, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:58 +03.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Samsun is 4h.

UV index

In Samsun, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Samsun?

March temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 12°C (53.6°F) and a low-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Samsun?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in Samsun in March?

In Samsun, during March, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in March in Samsun?

In Samsun, in March, the average water temperature is 8.4°C (47.1°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Samsun have in March?

The average day length in March in Samsun, Turkey, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Samsun?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:58 +03.

How long on average sun shines in March in Samsun?

The average sunshine duration in March in Samsun, Turkey, is 4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Samsun?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Samsun is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Samsun, Turkey

Average temperature in March - Samsun, Turkey
  • Average high temperature in March: 12°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.9°C).

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Average humidity in March
Samsun, Turkey

Average humidity in March - Samsun, Turkey
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (68%).

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Average rainfall in March
Samsun, Turkey

Average rainfall in March - Samsun, Turkey
  • Average rainfall in March: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (33mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Samsun, Turkey

Average rainfall days in March - Samsun, Turkey
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (11 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (4 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Samsun, Turkey

Average sea temperature in March - Samsun, Turkey
  • Average sea temperature in March: 8.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (8.3°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Samsun, Turkey

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Samsun, Turkey
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h).

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Average UV index in March
Samsun, Turkey

Average UV index in March - Samsun, Turkey
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Samsun, Turkey

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