March weather forecastVaasa, Finland
March
Weather in March
With March, Vaasa inches into the beginning of warmer times. Compared to the previous two months, temperatures rise, sometimes even crossing the freezing point to reach 0°C (32°F). The increase in daylight hours is more noticeable, indicating the approach of the equinox. The rains persist, but the snow gradually starts to decrease. This transitional phase signifies the end of the harsh Finnish winter and the arrival of a welcome spring.Temperature
In Vaasa, the average high-temperature in March rises, from a subzero cold -5°C (23°F) in February, to an icy 0°C (32°F). March nights in Vaasa observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold -8°C (17.6°F).Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout March, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182 rainfall days, and 493mm (19.41") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Vaasa, in March, the average water temperature is -0.2°C (31.6°F).Note: Regarding swimming, this is extremely cold, hazardous, and can lead to death. Hypothermia sets in rapidly without the protection of insulating waterproof gear.
Daylight
In Vaasa, Finland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of March, in Vaasa, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 19:20 EET.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 3h.UV index
In Vaasa, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 1 in March transforms into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Vaasa, Finland
- Average high temperature in March: 0°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-5°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-12°C).
Average rainfall in March
Vaasa, Finland
- Average rainfall in March: 26mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (23mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Vaasa, Finland
- Average rainfall days in March: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (11 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Vaasa, Finland
- Average sea temperature in March: -0.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-0.3°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Vaasa, Finland
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in March: 3h
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h).
Average UV index in March
Vaasa, Finland
- Average UV index in March: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).
