March weather forecastHöfn, Iceland
March
Weather in March
The shift from February to March in Höfn introduces an increase in snowfall days up to 11.2, despite a decrease in overall snowfall to 118mm (4.65"). March marks a period of transition, with increased daylight hours and sunshine hours compared to the preceding winter months. The previous harshness of the weather starts to soften, despite the continued presence of winter conditions and cold sea temperatures. It is a month of change and transition as spring beckons.Temperature
Höfn sees the arrival of March with an average high-temperature of a still cold 2.3°C (36.1°F), indicating a subtle variation from February. During the nights of March, the average low-temperature holds at a subzero cold -0.6°C (30.9°F).Humidity
In Höfn, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.Rainfall
In Höfn, in March, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 93mm (3.66") of accumulated precipitation. In Höfn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.4 days and collects up to 1278mm (50.31") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Höfn. In March, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 118mm (4.65") of snow is accumulated. In Höfn, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 530mm (20.87") of snow.Sea temperature
January and March, with an average sea temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Höfn.Note: Navigating the 5.8°C (42.4°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.
Daylight
In Höfn, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:50 GMT.
Sunshine
In Höfn, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.UV index
January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Höfn. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during March leads to these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average high temperature in March: 2.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (10.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (2.2°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -0.6°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (8.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-1.3°C).
Average pressure in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average pressure in March: 1004.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.3mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average wind speed in March: 26.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.7km/h).
Average humidity in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average humidity in March: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average rainfall in March: 93mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (47mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in March: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).
Average snowfall in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average snowfall in March: 118mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (133mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in March: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in March: 5.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and March (5.8°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in March: 6.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.7 days).
Average UV index in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in March
Höfn, Iceland
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
