March weather forecast
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

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Contents

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average UV index in March

Weather in March

While the snow continues to dominate the landscape in March, there is a sigh of relief as the daylight hours extend, introducing more sunshine into Egilsstaðir's winter. A note of consistency is seen in the climatic readings with the lowest temperature still holding at -4°C (24.8°F), same as February. As the month progresses, signs of spring start to become visible. The natural beauty of the city starts its transformation from white winter to the colors of spring.

Temperature

January and March bring Egilsstaðir's lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 1°C (33.8°F).

Rainfall

In Egilsstaðir, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167 rainfall days, and 892mm (35.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Egilsstaðir is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:48 GMT.

Sunshine

In Egilsstaðir, the average sunshine in March is 3h.

UV index

In Egilsstaðir, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Egilsstaðir?

Temperatures in Egilsstaðir reach their minimum during January and March, recording an average high-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F).

How cold is it in Egilsstaðir in March?

March temperatures in Egilsstaðir, Iceland, vary between a high-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F) and a low-temperature of -4°C (24.8°F).

How much does it rain in Egilsstaðir in March?

In Egilsstaðir, Iceland, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Egilsstaðir have in March?

In March, the average day length in Egilsstaðir is 11h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Egilsstaðir?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:48 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Egilsstaðir have in March?

In Egilsstaðir, Iceland, the average sunshine duration in March is 3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Egilsstaðir?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Egilsstaðir is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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

Average high temperature

Average low temperature

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average temperature in March - Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average high temperature in March: 1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (11°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and March (1°C).

Average low temperature in March: -4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March and December (-4°C).

Average rainfall in March
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average rainfall in March - Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average rainfall in March: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (107mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (47mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average rainfall days in March - Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, October and December (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (11 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine in March: 3h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h).

Average UV index in March
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average UV index in March - Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).

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