March Weather in McMurdo Station

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in McMurdo Station, Antarctica, during March is characterized by an average temperature of -16°C (3°F). Highs can soar to -8°C (18°F), while lows may dip to -25°C (-13°F). Typically, the humidity level in McMurdo Station throughout March hovers around 75%.

-25°C (-13°F)

Minimum temperature

-16°C (3°F)

Average temperature

-8°C (18°F)

Maximum temperature

75%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In March, McMurdo Station averages 25 mm (1.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 34 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 7 hours 31 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 16% probability of sunny days during this period.

25 mm (1.0 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

7 hours 31 minutes

Sunshine hours

16%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In March, the UV Index in McMurdo Station reaches a maximum of 2, indicating a level of Low exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 45 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1
Exposure Low
Time to burn 45 min

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