Cowell Weather in March (1981–2025)

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March at a Glance in Cowell

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
27.2°C
Avg Low
❄️
15.5°C
Avg Temp
🌡️
21.4°C
Avg Rain
🌧️
17 mm
Avg Humidity
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58%
Avg Wind
🌬️
3.8 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
5.7
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
📈
+4.1°C
temp difference
🌡️Warm afternoons🌤️Cool mornings☀️Very sunny💧Dry month💨Breezy😊Comfortable humidity

Cowell March Weather Overview

March is one of the warmer months of the year in Cowell, with average highs near 27.2°C and lows around 15.5°C (mean 21.4°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 17 mm of rainfall and 58% relative humidity across the period.

Cowell March Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

March is one of the warmer months of the year in Cowell. Across 45 years of records, the warmest Marchs in Cowell were 2024 and 2025 — when the month averaged 24.4°C — while the coldest were 1981 and 1997 at 18.9°C. Typical March days reach 27.2°C with nights near 15.5°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp20.6°C→22.7°C+2.1°C
Max Temp26.5°C→28.6°C+2.1°C
Min Temp14.7°C→16.8°C+2.1°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

18.0°C–19.8°C6 yr (13%)
19.8°C–21.5°C17 yr (38%)
21.5°C–23.3°C17 yr (38%)
23.3°C–25.0°C5 yr (11%)

Cowell March Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

March is about average for rainfall in Cowell, averaging 17 mm of rainfall. The wettest March on record was 2011 with 71 mm, while the driest were 2017, 2018 and 2019, among others at 0 mm.

Cowell March Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Cowell during March averages 58%. The most humid March was 2011 at 70%, and the least humid was 2008 at 43%.

Cowell March Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

March receives about 5.7 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Cowell. The sunniest March was 1994 at 6.5 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1989 at 4.9.

Cowell March Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Cowell during March is 3.8 m/s. The windiest March was 1997 at 4.3 m/s, while the calmest was 2016 at 3.3 m/s.

What March Feels Like in Cowell

🌅
Cool
Morning
🌞
Warm
Afternoon
🌆
Mild
Evening
Rain chanceLow
Outdoor comfort★★★★★

How March Ranks in Cowell

🔥4th warmest month of the year
🌵3rd driest month of the year
☀️6th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Cowell Weather by Month

Cowell March Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp21.0°C20.8°C21.3°C21.7°C22.4°C+1.4°C
Avg High27.0°C26.7°C27.3°C27.4°C28.1°C+1.1°C
Avg Low15.0°C14.9°C15.3°C15.9°C16.5°C+1.5°C
Avg Rain26 mm12 mm13 mm20 mm14 mm-12 mm

Extreme March Records in Cowell

🔥Warmest March41.4°C1986
🧊Coldest March9.3°C1984
🌧️Wettest March71 mm2011
🏜️Driest March0 mm1986
🌬️Windiest March4.3 m/s1997

Key Insights for March

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March temperatures in Cowell have risen by about 2.1°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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March has ranged from a record low of 9.3°C (1984) to a record high of 41.4°C (1986).

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Rainfall in March is about average for rainfall, averaging 17 mm, with a wettest year of 71 mm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Cowell?

One of the best times to visit Cowell

March is one of the best times to visit Cowell. Expect days averaging 27.2°C and nights around 15.5°C (mean 21.4°C) — warmer than Cowell's yearly average — with low rainfall (17 mm), so conditions are generally comfortable for sightseeing and outdoor plans.

See Cowell's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Cowell Weather in March — In Depth

☀️ March climate overview

March is one of the warmer months of the year in Cowell, with average highs near 27.2°C and lows around 15.5°C (mean 21.4°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 17 mm of rainfall and 58% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in March

March averages 17 mm of rainfall in Cowell, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest March on record saw 71 mm (2011), and the driest just 0 mm (1986). Humidity sits around 58% and average wind speed is 3.8 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 5.7 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How March has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 2.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 26.5°C to 28.6°C and overnight lows from 14.7°C to 16.8°C over the same span.
March Weather in Cowell, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202530.5°C24.4°C18.2°C40.0°C14.3°C14 mm55%4 m/s6
2024 🔥30.5°C24.4°C18.3°C39.5°C12.6°C14 mm53%3.6 m/s5.8
202327.7°C21.7°C15.7°C36.9°C13.0°C1 mm62%3.7 m/s5.5
202227.9°C22.4°C16.8°C35.4°C13.4°C4 mm58%3.8 m/s5.7
202126.4°C20.8°C15.2°C35.1°C11.7°C17 mm61%3.4 m/s5.7
202025.9°C20.5°C15.0°C35.6°C11.5°C31 mm58%3.8 m/s5.3
201928.8°C22.6°C16.4°C41.0°C11.3°C0 mm56%3.8 m/s5.8
201827.8°C21.9°C16.0°C35.8°C12.8°C0 mm56%4.2 m/s6.2
201730.0°C23.6°C17.1°C39.2°C12.3°C0 mm56%4 m/s5.9
201629.2°C23.3°C17.4°C38.8°C12.4°C12 mm59%3.3 m/s5.3
201526.2°C20.3°C14.5°C34.4°C10.3°C3 mm57%3.8 m/s5.8
201426.7°C20.9°C15.1°C35.6°C11.4°C7 mm63%3.5 m/s5.7
201328.0°C22.2°C16.4°C37.1°C12.1°C22 mm57%3.8 m/s5.5
201226.2°C20.5°C14.7°C33.5°C12.5°C14 mm61%3.9 m/s5.7
2011 🌧️24.2°C19.7°C15.2°C33.1°C11.5°C71 mm70%4.2 m/s5
201027.1°C21.5°C15.9°C33.8°C12.4°C67 mm59%3.6 m/s5.5
200927.1°C21.3°C15.5°C35.6°C12.5°C11 mm58%3.7 m/s5.5
200830.9°C24.1°C17.3°C39.8°C10.7°C7 mm43%3.5 m/s5.9
200727.1°C21.5°C15.9°C40.8°C11.0°C36 mm57%4.2 m/s5.3
200628.3°C22.2°C16.2°C38.1°C13.2°C25 mm58%3.9 m/s5.8
200526.8°C20.8°C14.7°C37.1°C11.5°C6 mm58%3.9 m/s5.8
200427.8°C21.3°C14.7°C37.7°C10.7°C6 mm54%4 m/s6
200324.7°C19.2°C13.8°C34.3°C10.8°C2 mm62%3.6 m/s5.9
200226.3°C20.4°C14.5°C36.0°C12.0°C5 mm58%4 m/s6
200126.7°C20.6°C14.6°C36.5°C10.6°C15 mm55%4 m/s5.8
200026.9°C21.6°C16.2°C39.8°C11.9°C18 mm59%3.8 m/s5.3
199926.7°C21.4°C16.0°C38.3°C10.1°C34 mm60%4.1 m/s5.4
199827.8°C21.7°C15.6°C38.3°C12.4°C9 mm57%3.7 m/s5.9
199724.0°C18.9°C13.9°C31.2°C11.5°C3 mm62%4.3 m/s6.2
199628.2°C21.9°C15.6°C37.4°C11.6°C7 mm52%3.8 m/s5.8
199524.9°C19.4°C13.9°C34.7°C10.7°C16 mm65%3.9 m/s5.8
199427.6°C21.0°C14.5°C34.1°C10.7°C0 mm52%3.4 m/s6.5
199326.1°C20.5°C14.9°C35.8°C10.5°C13 mm62%3.5 m/s5.4
199226.5°C20.7°C14.9°C35.3°C10.4°C17 mm68%3.7 m/s5.6
199126.5°C20.2°C14.0°C38.0°C10.7°C17 mm57%4 m/s5.8
199028.5°C22.3°C16.1°C37.9°C12.0°C7 mm55%4.1 m/s6
198926.8°C21.5°C16.2°C39.3°C11.1°C57 mm62%3.8 m/s4.9
198828.3°C22.1°C15.9°C39.0°C12.5°C16 mm53%4 m/s5.6
198725.1°C19.3°C13.4°C35.8°C10.1°C3 mm57%4 m/s6
198629.8°C22.8°C15.8°C41.4°C12.4°C0 mm52%4.1 m/s6.2
198528.4°C21.9°C15.3°C36.6°C11.6°C28 mm57%3.9 m/s5.9
198426.6°C20.3°C14.0°C37.5°C9.3°C8 mm53%4.1 m/s5.6
198325.6°C20.6°C15.6°C35.6°C11.7°C61 mm67%3.9 m/s—
198227.6°C21.5°C15.4°C39.0°C10.6°C43 mm56%3.9 m/s—
1981 ❄️24.4°C18.9°C13.4°C33.3°C11.4°C14 mm61%3.8 m/s—

Actual recorded March data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Cowell March Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Cowell in March?▼

The average high in March is around 27.2°C with lows near 15.5°C (mean 21.4°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Cowell in March?▼

March averages 17 mm of rainfall in Cowell, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 71 mm in 2011.

What was the hottest March on record in Cowell?▼

The hottest March reached 41.4°C in 1986. The coldest dipped to 9.3°C in 1984.

Has March in Cowell gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 2.1°C. Daytime highs moved from 26.5°C to 28.6°C and overnight lows from 14.7°C to 16.8°C over the same span.

Is March a good time to visit Cowell?▼

March is one of the warmer months of the year in Cowell and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 27.2°C daytime highs and 15.5°C at night.

Is March the coldest month in Cowell?▼

Not quite — March is the 9th coolest month in Cowell, averaging 21.4°C.

What should I pack for Cowell in March?▼

For March in Cowell, pack light layers you can adjust through the day, with typical highs of 27.2°C and lows of 15.5°C.

Is Cowell humid in March?▼

Relative humidity in March averages 58% — moderately humid.

How windy is Cowell in March?▼

Average wind speed in March is 3.8 m/s. The windiest March on record averaged 4.3 m/s (1997).

Which March had the most rainfall in Cowell?▼

The wettest March on record was 2011 with 71 mm. On average, March sees 17 mm.

Where does this March weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Cowell behaves each March, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for March specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.