March weather forecast
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

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Weather in March

March signals a period of mild transition from winter to spring in Raufarhöfn, Iceland. The snowfall reaches its highest for the first half of the year with an average of 113mm (4.45") distributed across 13.3 days. Despite being snowier than February, March shows signs of the spring thaw with longer daylight hours. This shifting weather creates captivating scenic views of pristine nature combined with melting ice. Preparations for the warmer days ahead begin as the city embraces the imminent spring bloom following a significant reduction in snowfall.

Temperature

March, with its high-temperature average of 1.1°C (34°F) and a low-temperature average of -1.9°C (28.6°F), is the coldest month in Raufarhöfn.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Raufarhöfn, Iceland, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Raufarhöfn, during March, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Raufarhöfn, there are 151 rainfall days, and 635mm (25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through July, September through December. March is the month with the most snowfall in Raufarhöfn, Iceland. Snow falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 113mm (4.45") of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Raufarhöfn is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:57 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Raufarhöfn is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during March translates into the following guidance:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Raufarhöfn?

March is the coldest month in Raufarhöfn, Iceland, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 1.1°C (34°F) and an average low of -1.9°C (28.6°F).

How cold is March in Raufarhöfn?

The high-temperature, in March, in Raufarhöfn, is 1.1°C (34°F), while the low-temperature averages to -1.9°C (28.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, Iceland, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How many days does it rain in March in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, Iceland, during March, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Raufarhöfn?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, during March, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Raufarhöfn have in March?

In March, the average day length in Raufarhöfn, Iceland, is 11h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Raufarhöfn?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:57 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, Iceland, the average sunshine duration in March is 3.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Raufarhöfn?

January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Raufarhöfn, Iceland.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, 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 UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average temperature in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in March: 1.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (1.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-1.9°C).

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Average pressure in March
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average pressure in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average pressure in March: 1005.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
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Average wind speed in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in March: 28.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (31.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
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Average humidity in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (80%).

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Average rainfall in March
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average rainfall in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in March: 58mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (77mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
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Average rainfall days in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
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Average snowfall in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in March: 113mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (113mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average snowfall days in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
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Average sunshine days in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
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Average UV index in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average cloud cover in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in March
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average visibility in March - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (8km).

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