March weather forecastHandforth, United Kingdom

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a chilly month in Handforth, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.3°C (36.1°F) and an average high of 9.2°C (48.6°F).

Temperature

March welcomes an average high-temperature of a still chilly 9.2°C (48.6°F), not much different from the preceding month. During March, Handforth witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated. In Handforth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.7 days and collects up to 484mm (19.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Handforth. March is the last month it regularly snows in Handforth. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Handforth aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow. Throughout the year, in Handforth, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 84mm (3.31") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Handforth is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of March, in Handforth, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:42 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Handforth, the average sunshine in March is 5.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Handforth. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Handforth, is 9.2°C (48.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2.3°C (36.1°F).

In March, the average relative humidity in Handforth, United Kingdom, is 83%.

In March, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout March, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

March is the last month it regularly snows in Handforth, United Kingdom. During 1.8 snowfall days, in March, Handforth aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow.

In Handforth, the average day length in March is 11h and 54min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 5:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:42 pm GMT.

In Handforth, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.4h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Handforth is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average high temperature in March: 9.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in March: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in March: 16.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in March: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (13.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in March: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in March: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in March
Handforth, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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