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
March's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.8°C (47.8°F), subtly varied from February's 7.4°C (45.3°F). A slight dip in temperature to an icy 5.9°C (42.6°F) marks the average nights in Folkestone during March.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Folkestone is 82%.Rainfall
In Folkestone, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.6 rainfall days, and 488mm (19.21") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Folkestone aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Folkestone, there are 6.6 snowfall days, and 32mm (1.26") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
March is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F).Note: Engaging in a swim in 7.5°C (45.5°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Folkestone is 11h and 55min.On the first day of March in Folkestone, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 5:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:26 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine in Folkestone is 6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average March temperature in Folkestone?
What is the average humidity in March in Folkestone?
How many days does it rain in March in Folkestone?
What is the last month it snows in Folkestone?
When is the sea coldest in Folkestone?
What is the sea water temperature in March in Folkestone?
What is the average length of the day in March in Folkestone?
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Folkestone?
How long on average sun shines in March in Folkestone?
How high is the UV index in March in Folkestone?
Average temperature in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in March: 8.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (7.4°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 5.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.9°C).
Average pressure in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in March: 1015.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in March: 23.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (18.7km/h).
Average humidity in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in March: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, June and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (78%).
Average rainfall in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in March: 29mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in March: 2mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in March: 7.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.5°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in March: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in March: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Folkestone, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in March: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
Folkestone, United Kingdom
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