March weather forecast
Charlottetown, Canada

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Weather in March

March signals the transition from winter to spring, with an increase in both temperature and daylight hours. Continuous snowfall from the previous months marginally reduces, allowing for clearer skies. The rise in temperature from -8.3°C (17.1°F) in February to -5°C (23°F) in March eases the intense cold of the winter months. The change in weather provides relief from the freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall experienced in January and February. Nonetheless, March proves to be a windy month, with gusts reaching up to 31.1km/h (19.3mph), slightly below February's peak gust of 31.6km/h (19.6mph).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during March registers at a still freezing cold -0.6°C (30.9°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Charlottetown, during the nights of March, averages a temperature close to its daytime high, at a still freezing cold -5°C (23°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Charlottetown is March, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Charlottetown are January through May, November and December. In Charlottetown, in March, during 12 snowfall days, 105mm (4.13") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.7 snowfall days, and 563mm (22.17") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of -1.1°C (30°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: During swimming, this state is an instant threat to life. Breathing is uncontrollable, and coherent thought processes nearly vanish. A specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal dissipation.

Daylight

In Charlottetown, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:59 pm AST. On the last day of March, in Charlottetown, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm ADT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from ADT to AST.

Sunshine

In Charlottetown, the average sunshine in March is 4.1h.

UV index

March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Charlottetown, Canada. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Charlottetown?

In March, in Charlottetown, the average high-temperature is -0.6°C (30.9°F), and the average low-temperature is -5°C (23°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Charlottetown?

In March, the average relative humidity in Charlottetown, Canada, is 87%.

What is the driest month in Charlottetown?

The month with the least rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Charlottetown?

In Charlottetown, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Charlottetown in March?

In March, in Charlottetown, Canada, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout March, 105mm (4.13") of snow is accumulated.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Charlottetown?

February and March, with an average sea temperature of -1.1°C (30°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Charlottetown, Canada.

What is the water temperature in March in Charlottetown?

In March, the average sea temperature in Charlottetown, Canada, is -1.1°C (30°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the average length of the day in March in Charlottetown?

In March, the average day length in Charlottetown is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Charlottetown?

On the first day of March in Charlottetown, Canada, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 5:59 pm AST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 7:40 pm ADT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Charlottetown?

On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Charlottetown, and the time zone changes from AST to ADT. DST ends on Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Charlottetown?

The average sunshine duration in March in Charlottetown, Canada, is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Charlottetown?

The months with the lowest UV index in Charlottetown are March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in March in Charlottetown?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Charlottetown, Canada, is 1. 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
Charlottetown, Canada

Average temperature in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -0.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-8.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average pressure in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 19.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average humidity in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (47mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 105mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (121mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average sea temperature in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in March: -1.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (-1.1°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average UV index in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Charlottetown, Canada

Average visibility in March - Charlottetown, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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