March weather forecastGrimstad, Norway

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is also a wintry month in Grimstad, Norway, with an average temperature varying between 4.1°C (39.4°F) and 0.6°C (33.1°F).

Temperature

The transition into March is marked with an average high-temperature of a still wintry 4.1°C (39.4°F), showing an insignificant shift from February's 1.6°C (34.9°F). Grimstad maintains an average of approximately a still wintry 0.6°C (33.1°F) during March nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Grimstad, Norway, is 83%.

Rainfall

In March, in Grimstad, Norway, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout March, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.2 rainfall days, and 592mm (23.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Grimstad, during March, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow. In Grimstad, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 320mm (12.6") of snow.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Grimstad, with an average sea temperature of 3.4°C (38.1°F).
Note: In swimming situations, this is a grave threat to life. The intense coldness of the water triggers extreme discomfort and rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

In Grimstad, Norway, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 19:05 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

March temperatures in Grimstad vary between a high-temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F) and a low-temperature of 0.6°C (33.1°F).

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

In Grimstad, Norway, during March, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

In March, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout March, 41mm (1.61") of snow is accumulated.

With an average sea temperature of 3.4°C (38.1°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Grimstad.

In March, the average sea temperature is 3.4°C (38.1°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

The average day length in March in Grimstad, Norway, is 11h and 52min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:19 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, in Grimstad, Norway, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 19:05 CET.

The average sunshine duration in March in Grimstad is 5.8h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average high temperature in March: 4.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (1.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 0.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average pressure in March: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average wind speed in March: 18.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (16.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (71%).

Average rainfall in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average rainfall in March: 41mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average snowfall in March: 41mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (106mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in March: 3.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.4°C).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.7 days).

Average UV index in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Grimstad, Norway

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (9km).