March weather forecastSkien, Norway
March
Weather in March
By the time March rolls around in Skien, the weather starts breaking free from winter's firm grasp. The noticeable increase in average high temperatures to 3.1°C (37.6°F) demonstrates the gradual warming trend. In addition, the slimming layer of snow paves the way for occasional bouts of rainfall, signaling the arrival of spring. With a greater number of daylight hours, March thus marks the city's shift from the icy clutches of winter to the softer hues of the coming spring.Temperature
A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in March, with temperatures adjusting from a freezing cold -0.6°C (30.9°F) in February to a cold 3.1°C (37.6°F). Skien records an average nighttime low of -2.1°C (28.2°F) in March.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Skien is 85%.Rainfall
In Skien, during March, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. In Skien, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 756mm (29.76") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Skien, in March, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 244mm (9.61") of snow. In Skien, during the entire year, snow falls for 52 days and aggregates up to 1085mm (42.72") of snow.Daylight
In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 51min.On the first day of March in Skien, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 19:02 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Skien, Norway
- Average high temperature in March: 3.1°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 (-0.7°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -2.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.7°C).
Average pressure in March
Skien, Norway
- Average pressure in March: 1012.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.9mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Skien, Norway
- Average wind speed in March: 12.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).
Average humidity in March
Skien, Norway
- Average humidity in March: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in March
Skien, Norway
- Average rainfall in March: 52mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (29mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Skien, Norway
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Skien, Norway
- Average snowfall in March: 244mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (302mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Skien, Norway
- Average snowfall days in March: 9.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Skien, Norway
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in March
Skien, Norway
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Skien, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Skien, Norway
- Average cloud cover in March: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in March
Skien, Norway
- Average visibility in March: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).
