March weather forecastAkranes, Iceland

March

Weather in March

March in Akranes sees a slight shift towards warmer weather, yet it remains cold with snowfall reaching 100mm (3.94"). With the increase in daylight hours, this month can feel much brighter than the previous ones, although the temperatures remain relatively low. Nature begins to show signs of thawing from the winter grip, giving way to spring-inspired landscapes. An interesting point to note is the increased snowfall from February to March. It is this balance of extending daylight and lingering winter conditions that make March a unique month to experience in Akranes, Iceland.

Temperature

March notes an average high-temperature of a still wintry 2.3°C (36.1°F), subtly differing from February's 1.8°C (35.2°F). During March's nights, Akranes notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of -1°C (30.2°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout March, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Akranes, Iceland, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 416mm (16.38") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Akranes. Snow falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 100mm (3.94") of snow.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Akranes, with an average sea temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F).
Note: In the activity of swimming, this state poses an instant danger to life. Breathing control is completely lost, impeding any form of clear thinking. Employing a specialized swimsuit is crucial to minimize thermal loss.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of March in Akranes, sunrise is at 08:33 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 20:17 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Akranes is 4.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Updated: Feb 10, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Akranes during March are 2.3°C (36.1°F) and -1°C (30.2°F) respectively.

The average relative humidity in March in Akranes is 79%.

In Akranes, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

March is the month with the most snowfall in Akranes. Snow falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 100mm (3.94") of snow.

In Akranes, Iceland, during March, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of snow.

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Akranes, with an average sea temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F).

In March, the average sea temperature in Akranes is 4.3°C (39.7°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

In Akranes, Iceland, the average day length in March is 11h and 49min.

On the first day of March in Akranes, Iceland, sunrise is at 08:33 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 20:17 GMT.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Akranes, Iceland, is 4.2h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Akranes is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe 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

1.8°C

2.3°C

4.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

27km/h

25.2km/h

23.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

6.8

9.4

5.5

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.9

10.9

10.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

65%

68%

Average visibility

9km

Average temperature in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average high temperature in March: 2.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (1.3°C).

Average low temperature in March: -1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-2.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average pressure in March: 1003.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average wind speed in March: 23.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (24.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (14.9km/h).

Average humidity in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average rainfall in March: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (25mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average snowfall in March: 100mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (100mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average snowfall days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average sea temperature in March: 4.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.3°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine in March: 4h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average sunshine days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average cloud cover in March: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and December (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in March
Akranes, Iceland

Average visibility in March: 9km

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