March weather forecastMoss, Norway

March

Weather in March

As spring approaches, March experiences a notable decrease in snowfall and increment in daylight hours. The temperature begins to climb slightly with a high of 3.3°C (37.9°F) and a low of -1.5°C (29.3°F). The number of rainy days also increases, leaving fresh traces on the landscapes. The thawing process initiates and is slowly evident in nature's revival. Therefore, the month combines a blend of winter's end and spring's beginning.

Temperature

March witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold -0.3°C (31.5°F) in February to an icy 3.3°C (37.9°F). The nights of March in Moss anticipate a slight dip from daytime high temperatures, settling to an average low-temperature of -1.5°C (29.3°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Moss, in March, during 7 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Moss, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.6 days and collects up to 433mm (17.05") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Moss are January through April, October through December. In Moss, in March, during 6.6 snowfall days, 75mm (2.95") of snow is typically accumulated. In Moss, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.4 days and aggregates up to 397mm (15.63") of snow.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 2.8°C (37°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Moss.
Note: In terms of swimming, this condition is dangerously life-threatening. Water temperatures cause sharp pain and provoke immediate hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to alleviate thermal damage.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Moss is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:58 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Moss is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Moss are 3.3°C (37.9°F) and -1.5°C (29.3°F) respectively.

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

In Moss, Norway, during March, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.

In Moss, in March, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 75mm (2.95") of snow.

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Moss, Norway, with an average sea temperature of 2.8°C (37°F).

In Moss, in March, the average water temperature is 2.8°C (37°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.

The average day length in March in Moss, Norway, is 11h and 51min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, in Moss, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:58 CET.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Moss, Norway, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Moss, Norway, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

-0.3°C

3.3°C

9.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.5km/h

15.8km/h

14.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

9.9

6.6

1.6

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.6

19.4

20.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Moss, Norway

Average high temperature in March: 3.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.4°C).

Average low temperature in March: -1.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Moss, Norway

Average pressure in March: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Moss, Norway

Average wind speed in March: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Moss, Norway

Average humidity in March: 83%

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

Average rainfall in March
Moss, Norway

Average rainfall in March: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Moss, Norway

Average rainfall days in March: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Moss, Norway

Average snowfall in March: 75mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (108mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Moss, Norway

Average snowfall days in March: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Moss, Norway

Average sea temperature in March: 2.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2.8°C).

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

Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

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

Average sunshine in March: 5h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Moss, Norway

Average sunshine days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (14.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Moss, Norway

Average UV index in March: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).