March weather forecastStreymnes, Faroe Islands

March

Weather in March

The advent of spring starts to change weather patterns in March, with wind speeds decreasing to 33.6km/h (20.9mph). The occurrence of snow diminishes, aligning more with the sentiment of the blossoming season. Likewise, there are minor improvements in the duration of daylight and sunshine visibility, a sign of growing hours of sun exposure and increased solar radiation. Despite the lessening of winter's grasp, the overall weather remains predominantly cold and damp, with the cloudy and humid conditions sustaining. The conditions are still not ideal for outdoor activities, underscoring the need for continued reliance on indoor heating and warm clothing.

Temperature

The ushering in of March brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.4°C (43.5°F), closely mirroring the 6.2°C (43.2°F) of February. Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature during March stays at a wintry 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Humidity

In Streymnes, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

Rainfall

In March, in Streymnes, the rain falls for 21.3 days. Throughout March, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is accumulated. In Streymnes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 229.5 days and collects up to 702mm (27.64") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Streymnes. The months with the most snowfall in Streymnes are February and March, with an average 30mm (1.18") of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Streymnes is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of March in Streymnes, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 19:13 WET.

Sunshine

In Streymnes, the average sunshine in March is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Updated: Feb 1, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Streymnes, Faroe Islands, are 6.4°C (43.5°F) and 4.5°C (40.1°F) respectively.

In March, the average relative humidity in Streymnes, Faroe Islands, is 77%.

In Streymnes, Faroe Islands, during March, the rain falls for 21.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 73mm (2.87") of precipitation.

The months with the most snowfall in Streymnes are February and March, with an average 30mm (1.18") of accumulated snow.

In Streymnes, Faroe Islands, in March, during 4.2 snowfall days, 30mm (1.18") of snow is typically accumulated.

The average day length in March in Streymnes is 11h and 50min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 19:13 WET.

In Streymnes, Faroe Islands, the average sunshine duration in March is 3.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Streymnes, Faroe Islands, are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Streymnes, Faroe Islands, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

6.2°C

6.4°C

7.1°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

37.7km/h

35.9km/h

30.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.3

4.6

7.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average high temperature in March: 6.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.2°C).

Average low temperature in March: 4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (4.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average pressure in March: 1006.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (999.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average wind speed in March: 33.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (38.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (20.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average rainfall in March: 73mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (24mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average rainfall days in March: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (12.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average snowfall in March: 30mm

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average snowfall days in March: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine in March: 3h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average sunshine days in March: 4.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average cloud cover in March: 73

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 64).

Average visibility in March
Streymnes, Faroe Islands

Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (9km).