March weather forecastAlesund, Norway

March

Weather in March

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.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Alesund, in March, the average high-temperature is 4°C (39.2°F), and the average low-temperature is -1°C (30.2°F).

In Alesund, in March, it is raining for 22 days, with typically 105mm (4.13") of accumulated precipitation.

The month with the coldest seawater in Alesund, Norway, is March, with an average sea temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F).

In Alesund, Norway, the average seawater temperature in March is 5.3°C (41.5°F). Swimming in 5.3°C (41.5°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

In March, the average day length is 11h and 50min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, in Alesund, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:21 CET.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Alesund, Norway, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in March
Alesund, Norway

Average high temperature in March: 4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (15°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2°C).

Average low temperature in March: -1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and March (-1°C).

Average rainfall in March
Alesund, Norway

Average rainfall in March: 105mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (190mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (62mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Alesund, Norway

Average rainfall days in March: 22 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (16 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Alesund, Norway

Average sea temperature in March: 5.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.3°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Alesund, Norway

Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine in March: 3h

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h).

Average UV index in March
Alesund, Norway

Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).