March weather forecast
Harstad, Norway

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Weather in March

Though March brings longer days and a rise in temperature, it also witnesses an all-time high of 417mm (16.42") in snowfall. Harstad's snow-dressed days of March gradually transition into a mixture of snow and rain towards the end of the month. With the arrival of spring, the weather becomes slightly more bearable, and snow boots are gradually replaced with regular shoes. As we move into April, the snow transforms into rain, signifying a visible transition from winter to spring. A shift to warmer temperatures and longer day hours are noticeable, marking the departure of the Norwegian winter.

Temperature

Harstad's shift into March sets the average high-temperature at a still subzero cold -0.2°C (31.6°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from February's -1.2°C (29.8°F). Harstad registers an average low-temperature of -3.6°C (25.5°F) throughout March, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

March is the month with the most rainfall in Harstad, Norway. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 95mm (3.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Harstad. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 417mm (16.42") of snow.

Sea temperature

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Harstad, with an average sea temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).
Note: While swimming, this is identified as life-endangering and very dangerous. The water's freezing temperatures cause intense discomfort and induce rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of March in Harstad, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:53 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Harstad is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Harstad in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Harstad, records -0.2°C (31.6°F), while the low-temperature is -3.6°C (25.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Harstad?

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

What is the wettest month in Harstad?

March is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 8.8 days and accumulates 95mm (3.74") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Harstad in March?

In March, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout March, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Harstad?

The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 417mm (16.42") of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Harstad?

In Harstad, Norway, during March, snow falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 417mm (16.42") of snow.

What month is the sea coldest in Harstad?

The month with the coldest seawater in Harstad, Norway, is March, with an average sea temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

What is the sea temperature in March in Harstad?

In Harstad, Norway, in March, the average water temperature is 3.8°C (38.8°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Harstad have in March?

The average day length in March in Harstad, Norway, is 11h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Harstad?

On the first day of March in Harstad, Norway, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:53 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Harstad have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Harstad?

February, March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Harstad, Norway.

How high is the UV index in March in Harstad?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Harstad, Norway

Average temperature in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average high temperature in March: -0.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -3.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.5°C).

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Average pressure in March
Harstad, Norway

Average pressure in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average pressure in March: 1004.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Harstad, Norway

Average wind speed in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average wind speed in March: 19.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Harstad, Norway

Average humidity in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October, November and December (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Harstad, Norway

Average rainfall in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average rainfall in March: 95mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (95mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and July (53mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Harstad, Norway

Average rainfall days in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Harstad, Norway

Average snowfall in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average snowfall in March: 417mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (417mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Harstad, Norway

Average snowfall days in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in March: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Harstad, Norway

Average sea temperature in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in March: 3.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.8°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Harstad, Norway

Average sunshine days in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in March: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Harstad, Norway

Average UV index in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Harstad, Norway

Average cloud cover in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in March
Harstad, Norway

Average visibility in March - Harstad, Norway
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).

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