March weather forecast
Alesund, Norway

As March rolls in, the bite in the weather reduces slightly, and the city starts experiencing an early sense of spring. This transition is subtle, evident from a nominal rise in the temperature range as compared to the month before. The sea's temperature also experiences a small drop to about 5.3°C (41.5°F). Days start to get gradually longer, and the snow begins to melt, offering beautiful vistas of nature reviving after the rigorous winter months.

Temperature

Upon the onset of March, Alesund witnesses an average high-temperature of a still wintry 4°C (39.2°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Alesund, in March, logs an average low-temperature of -1°C (30.2°F), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Rainfall

In Alesund, Norway, in March, during 22 rainfall days, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 269 rainfall days, and 1482mm (58.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Entering waters of 5.3°C (41.5°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:21 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Alesund is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.