March weather forecastSandnes, Norway
March
Weather in March
March, the first month of the spring in Sandnes, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.7°C (36.9°F) and an average high of 4.9°C (40.8°F).Temperature
The average high-temperature is a still cold 4.9°C (40.8°F) in March, hardly different from the 3.7°C (38.7°F) recorded in February. During the March nights, Sandnes's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a still icy 2.7°C (36.9°F).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Sandnes, in March, during 18.3 rainfall days, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sandnes, there are 210.6 rainfall days, and 1013mm (39.88") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the month with the most snowfall in Sandnes. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 30mm (1.18") of snow.Sea temperature
With an average sea temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater in Sandnes, Norway.Note: In swimming engagements, this poses immediate life-threatening risks. The loss of breath control is instantaneous, thereby hindering clear thought. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to limit thermal dissipation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 19:17 CET.
Sunshine
In Sandnes, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Sandnes are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In March, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average high temperature in March: 4.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (3.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 2.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).
Average pressure in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average pressure in March: 1012mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.7mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average wind speed in March: 21km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (17.2km/h).
Average humidity in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average humidity in March: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average rainfall in March: 80mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (43mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average rainfall days in March: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average snowfall in March: 30mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average sea temperature in March: 4.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.6°C).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average cloud cover in March: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).
Average visibility in March
Sandnes, Norway
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (9km).
