March weather forecast
Whitehorse, Canada

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Weather in March

As March rolls in, Whitehorse begins to witness the first signs of spring as temperatures begin to warm up slightly. Despite a decrease in temperature, snowfall occurrences persist, measuring 103mm (4.06") for the month. Yet, with an increased daylight span of around 11.9 hours, outdoor activities gain additional hours. Observers may notice the decreasing trend in snowfall totals and gradually increasing temperature hinting towards the arrival of spring. Partly cloudy skies predominate with a relative humidity value of 92%.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Whitehorse experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold -8.8°C (16.2°F) in February to a still subzero cold -5.2°C (22.6°F). Nighttime temperature in Whitehorse lowers to an average of -15.4°C (4.3°F) in March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Whitehorse, Canada, is 92%.

Rainfall

In Whitehorse, in March, during 9.1 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Whitehorse, there are 125.2 rainfall days, and 255mm (10.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. In Whitehorse, during March, snow falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of snow. Throughout the year, in Whitehorse, there are 120.3 snowfall days, and 768mm (30.24") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Whitehorse, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:27 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:44 pm PDT.
Note: On Sunday, 10. March 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from PST to PDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from PDT to PST.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Whitehorse in March?

During March, Whitehorse experiences an average high-temperature of -5.2°C (22.6°F) and a low-temperature of -15.4°C (4.3°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Whitehorse?

The average relative humidity in March in Whitehorse, Canada, is 92%.

How much does it rain in Whitehorse in March?

In Whitehorse, in March, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Whitehorse in March?

In Whitehorse, in March, during 18.8 snowfall days, 103mm (4.06") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in March in Whitehorse, Canada, is 11h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Whitehorse?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 6:27 pm PST. On the last day of the month, in Whitehorse, Canada, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 8:44 pm PDT.

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

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

How many hours of sunshine does Whitehorse have in March?

In Whitehorse, Canada, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.2h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Whitehorse?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitehorse, Canada, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average temperature in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: -5.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -15.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-17.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average pressure in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average humidity in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 103mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (148mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Whitehorse, Canada

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Whitehorse, Canada

Average visibility in March - Whitehorse, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (6km).

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