March weather forecastAlftanes, Iceland
March
Weather in March
The weather in March brings subtle changes, significantly differentiating it from what February served. The marked feature this month is the high snowfall reaching up to 100mm (3.94"). The dwindling snowfall days from February transform into longer daylight hours, turning the icy scenery into a playground for outdoor activities. With increasing humidity, the precipitation state mostly varies from snow to drizzle.Temperature
The commencement of March in Alftanes records an average high-temperature of a still icy 2.3°C (36.1°F), barely varying from February's 1.8°C (35.2°F). March nights anticipate an average temperature of -1°C (30.2°F), a modest decline from the daytime.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Alftanes, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alftanes, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 416mm (16.38") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in Alftanes. Snow falls for 9.4 days and accumulates 100mm (3.94") of snow.Sea temperature
March is the month with the coldest seawater in Alftanes, with an average sea temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F).Note: Within swimming, this is perceived as extraordinarily cold, dangerous, and potentially lethal. If not properly protected by insulated waterproof attire, hypothermia ensues quickly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Alftanes is 11h and 49min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 08:33 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 20:17 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Alftanes, Iceland, is 4.2h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, Iceland
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).
- 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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
Alftanes, 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).
