March weather forecast
Selfoss, Iceland

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Weather in March

March brings a slight improvement in temperatures in Selfoss compared to the freezing cold January and February, with the highest temperature increasing to 2.7°C (36.9°F). Noteworthy is the increase in snowfall to 220mm (8.66") making it the month with the highest snowfall in the year. Visitors can enjoy indoor activities as the locale remains predominantly cold and snowy. The incremental improvement in the weather conditions indicates the transition from harsh winter to more pliable spring-like conditions. Despite the slight increase in temperature, warm clothing remains vital to ward off the cold.

Temperature

Selfoss records an average high-temperature of a still cold 2.7°C (36.9°F) as March arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Selfoss logs an average low-temperature of -0.8°C (30.6°F) during the nights of March, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

In Selfoss, Iceland, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

Rainfall

In Selfoss, in March, during 17.3 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Selfoss, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.7 days and collects up to 1105mm (43.5") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 220mm (8.66") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:12 GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In Selfoss, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in March translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. 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

How cold is March in Selfoss?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Selfoss, is 2.7°C (36.9°F), while the average low-temperature is -0.8°C (30.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Selfoss?

In Selfoss, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Selfoss?

In Selfoss, Iceland, in March, during 17.3 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Selfoss?

The month with the most snowfall in Selfoss is March, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 220mm (8.66") of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Selfoss?

In Selfoss, in March, during 13.3 snowfall days, 220mm (8.66") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Selfoss?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Selfoss?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 20:12 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in March in Selfoss?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Selfoss?

In Selfoss, Iceland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average temperature in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in March: 2.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (1.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-1.9°C).

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Average pressure in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average pressure in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average pressure in March: 1003.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average wind speed in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in March: 23.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average humidity in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average rainfall in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in March: 117mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average rainfall days in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (14.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average snowfall in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in March: 220mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (220mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Selfoss, Iceland

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average sunshine days in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average UV index in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Selfoss, Iceland

Average cloud cover in March - Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 59).

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Average visibility in March
Selfoss, Iceland

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

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

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