March weather forecast
Hoorn, Netherlands

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Weather in March

The weather begins to thaw in March, a transformative month where winter transitions into spring. The observant can keep an eye out for the first sprouts of green, hinting at warmer times ahead. Snowfall disappears from the forecast, with barely 2mm (0.08") across less than a day. Increased daylight hours bring a warmer ambiance to the landscape, as temperatures continue to rise. The end of the month can experience some rainfall, necessitating an umbrella at hand.

Temperature

Entering March in Hoorn, the average high-temperature is recorded at a chilly 8.4°C (47.1°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from February's 5.7°C (42.3°F). March nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of 3.9°C (39°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Hoorn is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hoorn, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hoorn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 266mm (10.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Hoorn. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Hoorn aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Hoorn, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of snow.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: If planning to swim in 6.3°C (43.3°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Hoorn is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:12 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Hoorn is 6.3h.

UV index

In Hoorn, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Hoorn?

The high-temperature in Hoorn during March is 8.4°C (47.1°F) and the low-temperature is 3.9°C (39°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Hoorn?

In Hoorn, the average relative humidity in March is 80%.

How much does it rain in Hoorn in March?

In Hoorn, Netherlands, in March, during 10.8 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hoorn?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Hoorn aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

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

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Hoorn, Netherlands.

How cold is the water in March in Hoorn?

In Hoorn, the average seawater temperature in March is 6.3°C (43.3°F). Swimming in 6.3°C (43.3°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Hoorn?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:12 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Hoorn have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.3h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Hoorn?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average temperature in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average pressure in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average wind speed in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in March: 20.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average humidity in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average rainfall in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in March: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (8mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average snowfall in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in March: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average sea temperature in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in March: 6.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (18°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.3°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average UV index in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in March: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in March
Hoorn, Netherlands

Average visibility in March - Hoorn, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Hoorn, Netherlands

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