March weather forecast
Samsun, Turkey

March

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

With the start of March, Samsun measures an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12°C (53.6°F), not significantly differing from February's 11.1°C (52°F). Throughout March, a steady low-temperature average of 4.7°C (40.5°F) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated. In Samsun, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature is 8.4°C (47.1°F).
Note: In 8.4°C (47.1°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March in Samsun, 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

The average sunshine in March is 4h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 4 in March translates into this advice:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 12°C (53.6°F) and 4.7°C (40.5°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.
How many days does it rain in March?
In March, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in March?
In March, the average sea 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.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In Samsun, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
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 many hours of sunshine does Samsun have in March?
In Samsun, the average sunshine duration in March is 4h.
How high is the UV index in March?
In Samsun, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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