March weather forecastSkaftafell, Iceland
March
Weather in March
March marks the transition from severe winter to a milder season, with a gradual increase in temperature. This time of the year, Skaftafell receives up to 203mm (7.99") of snowfall. Again, the weather remains cold with the minimum temperature dropping slightly to -2.8°C (27°F), but the maximum temperature climbs up to 1.7°C (35.1°F). Another notable change is the increased daylight, promising longer and brighter days ahead.Temperature
The arrival of March sees an average high-temperature of a still icy 1.7°C (35.1°F), hardly diverging from February's 1.3°C (34.3°F). Skaftafell notes a consistent average low-temperature of -2.8°C (27°F) during March nights.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Skaftafell, during March, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.1 rainfall days, and 1193mm (46.97") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Skaftafell, Iceland, in March, snow falls for 14.1 days, with typically accumulated 203mm (7.99") of snow. In Skaftafell, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 893mm (35.16") of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:56 GMT.
Sunshine
In Skaftafell, the average sunshine in March is 5.1h.UV index
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average high temperature in March: 1.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (0.6°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -2.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-3.6°C).
Average pressure in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average pressure in March: 1004.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.7mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average wind speed in March: 20.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average rainfall in March: 96mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (46mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average snowfall in March: 203mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in March: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Skaftafell, 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: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in March: 8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).
Average UV index in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average UV index in March: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in March
Skaftafell, 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).
