March weather forecast
Riobamba, Ecuador

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Weather in March

As the city of Riobamba, Ecuador moves into March, the rainfall intensifies, reaching up to 223mm (8.78"), coupled with higher humidity levels peaking at 87%. Though it is a month characterized by frequent rain showers, the frequency of snowy days remains constant from February, maintaining the cool weather patterns. The increasing daylight hours signal the transitioning towards spring, yet the temperature range remains relatively steady. Despite the cool temperatures, the gentle wind speeds continue to provide relief from the damp conditions. As the month progresses, one can anticipate a decrease in rainfall.

Temperature

Riobamba's March reports an average high-temperature of a moderate 13°C (55.4°F), exhibiting a minor difference from February. Throughout March, an average low-temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F) is expected in Riobamba.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Riobamba, Ecuador, is 87%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in Riobamba, Ecuador. Rain falls for 30.8 days and accumulates 223mm (8.78") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Riobamba, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow. In Riobamba, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.4 days and aggregates up to 694mm (27.32") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Riobamba is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of March in Riobamba, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:21 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Riobamba is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Riobamba are January, March, May, June, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in March translates into the following instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Riobamba?

March temperatures in Riobamba, Ecuador, vary between a high-temperature of 13°C (55.4°F) and a low-temperature of 6.4°C (43.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Riobamba?

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

What is the wettest month in Riobamba?

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.8 days and accumulates 223mm (8.78") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Riobamba?

In March, in Riobamba, the rain falls for 30.8 days. Throughout March, 223mm (8.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Riobamba in March?

In Riobamba, during March, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.

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

The average day length in March is 12h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Riobamba?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:21 -05.

How long on average sun shines in March in Riobamba?

In Riobamba, Ecuador, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Riobamba?

The months with the highest UV index in Riobamba are January, March, May, June, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in March in Riobamba?

In Riobamba, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average temperature in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in March: 13°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (13.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 6.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February and March (6.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (3.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average pressure in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average wind speed in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in March: 5.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average humidity in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (81%).

Average rainfall in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average rainfall in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in March: 223mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (223mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (46mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in March: 30.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (20.9 days).

Average snowfall in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average snowfall in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall in March: 41mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (106mm).
The month with the least snowfall is September (18mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average snowfall days in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March and August (2.3 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in March: 0.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (4.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0 days).

Average UV index in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average UV index in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, May, June, August, September and October (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, July, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in March: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Riobamba, Ecuador

Average visibility in March - Riobamba, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and December (7km).

Riobamba, Ecuador

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