March weather forecastDunoon, United Kingdom

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a chilly month in Dunoon, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.3°C (36.1°F) and 7.3°C (45.1°F).

Temperature

Dunoon experiences an average high-temperature of a frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F) with the onset of March, subtly varied from February's 5.3°C (41.5°F). Dunoon's March nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a cold 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In Dunoon, in March, during 19.6 rainfall days, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dunoon, there are 249.9 rainfall days, and 1079mm (42.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Dunoon, United Kingdom, during March, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.8 snowfall days, and 115mm (4.53") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Dunoon, with an average sea temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F).
Note: It is risky to swim in 7.4°C (45.3°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Dunoon, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of March, in Dunoon, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 6:56 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Dunoon, the average sunshine in March is 4.3h.

UV index

In Dunoon, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in March translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Updated: Feb 8, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

During March, Dunoon experiences an average high-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F) and a low-temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

In Dunoon, the average relative humidity in March is 86%.

In Dunoon, in March, during 19.6 rainfall days, 78mm (3.07") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Dunoon, during March, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow.

With an average sea temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Dunoon.

In March, the average sea temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F). Swimming in 7.4°C (45.3°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

In March, the average day length in Dunoon is 11h and 53min.

On the first day of March in Dunoon, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 6:56 pm GMT.

The average sunshine duration in March in Dunoon, United Kingdom, is 4.3h.

In Dunoon, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

5.3°C

7.3°C

10.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

19.7km/h

19.2km/h

16.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

3.6

2.1

0.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.5

8.2

8.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average high temperature in March: 7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

Average low temperature in March: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, August, September, October, November and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

Average rainfall in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (48mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in March: 7.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.4°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine in March: 4h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (8.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (5.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in March
Dunoon, United Kingdom

Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and December (8km).