March weather forecast
Abbotsford, Canada

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Weather in March

As Abbotsford transitions from winter to spring, there is a noticeable shift in the weather conditions. The city witnesses increasing temperatures and longer daylight hours. Rainfall tends to account for most of the month's precipitation, as snow starts to melt away. The combination of chilly air, sunlight, and blossoming flora marks the arrival of spring. The increasing sunlight hours create a beautiful aura, breathing life back into the surroundings after the cold winter months.

Temperature

As Abbotsford welcomes March, the average high-temperature is noted at a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Throughout March, Abbotsford's nights cool down to an average of 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Humidity

In Abbotsford, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 20.5 days. Throughout March, 151mm (5.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Abbotsford, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188 days and collects up to 1267mm (49.88") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Abbotsford, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 50mm (1.97") of snow. Throughout the year, in Abbotsford, Canada, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 259mm (10.2") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:39 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 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index 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:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Abbotsford in March?

During March, Abbotsford experiences an average high-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F) and a low-temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F).

What is the average humidity in March?

In Abbotsford, the average relative humidity in March is 85%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Abbotsford, Canada, during March, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 151mm (5.94") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in March?

In Abbotsford, in March, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 50mm (1.97") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Abbotsford have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 5:53 pm PST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:39 pm PDT.

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

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

How long on average sun shines in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Abbotsford?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average temperature in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (-0.2°C).

Average pressure in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average pressure in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average pressure in March: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and August (1016mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average wind speed in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average humidity in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average humidity in March: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average rainfall in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average rainfall in March: 151mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (23mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average rainfall days in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average snowfall in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average snowfall in March: 50mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average snowfall days in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average sunshine days in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average UV index in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average cloud cover in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in March: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Abbotsford, Canada

Average visibility in March - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (7km).

Abbotsford, Canada

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