March weather forecastLillehammer, Norway
March
Weather in March
The arrival of March in Lillehammer brings slight relief from the intense winter cold. The days start to extend under the slowly strengthening sun. However, the city remains firmly in the grip of winter. Average snowfall continues to be substantial, with monthly average measuring 200mm (7.87"). As the landscape thaws and reawakens, Norway's wildlife begins to emerge from its long winter hibernation, offering a fascinating spectacle of natural life.Temperature
The start of March brings a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, moving from -4.3°C (24.3°F) in February to a still freezing cold -0.9°C (30.4°F). In March, the temperature drops to an average of -8.2°C (17.2°F) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March is 93%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lillehammer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 535mm (21.06") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lillehammer, during March, snow falls for 16.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 200mm (7.87") of snow. In Lillehammer, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.8 days and aggregates up to 1180mm (46.46") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of March, in Lillehammer, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 19:01 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Lillehammer are January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average high temperature in March: -0.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -8.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average pressure in March: 1011.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.6mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average wind speed in March: 8.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.6km/h).
Average humidity in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average humidity in March: 93%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average rainfall in March: 28mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average snowfall in March: 200mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (237mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average snowfall days in March: 16.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and March (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average sunshine days in March: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.2 days).
Average UV index in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average cloud cover in March: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).
Average visibility in March
Lillehammer, Norway
- Average visibility in March: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are May and June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and November (6km).
