March weather forecast
Sortland, Norway

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Sortland, Norway, with an average temperature fluctuating between -3.5°C (25.7°F) and 0°C (32°F).

Temperature

Sortland greets March with an average high-temperature of a wintry 0°C (32°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Sortland's nighttime temperatures in March settle close to daytime highs at an average of -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sortland, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sortland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.5 days and collects up to 959mm (37.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Sortland is March, when snow falls for 21.1 days and typically aggregates up to 370mm (14.57") of snow.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F).
Note: In the sport of swimming, this scenario is extremely cold, treacherous, and fatal. If not protected by insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia ensues quickly.

Daylight

In Sortland, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 17:03. On the last day of March, in Sortland, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:57 CET.

Sunshine

In Sortland, Norway, the average sunshine in March is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in March converts into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sortland in March?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 0°C (32°F) and -3.5°C (25.7°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in March in Sortland?
In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.
How much does it rain in Sortland in March?
In Sortland, in March, during 10.2 rainfall days, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it snow the most in Sortland?
March is the month with the most snowfall in Sortland, Norway. Snow falls for 21.1 days and accumulates 370mm (14.57") of snow.
How much does it snow in Sortland in March?
In Sortland, Norway, in March, during 21.1 snowfall days, 370mm (14.57") of snow is typically accumulated.
What month is the sea coldest in Sortland?
The month with the coldest seawater in Sortland, Norway, is March, with an average sea temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F).
What is the sea temperature in March in Sortland?
In March, the average sea temperature is 4.9°C (40.8°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.
What is the average length of the day in March in Sortland?
The average day length in March in Sortland, Norway, is 11h and 45min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sortland?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 17:03. On the last day of the month, in Sortland, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 18:57 CET.
How long on average sun shines in March in Sortland?
In Sortland, the average sunshine duration in March is 3.6h.
When is the lowest UV index in Sortland?
The months with the lowest UV index in Sortland, Norway, are February, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in March in Sortland?
In Sortland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average high temperature in March: 0°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4°C).

Average pressure in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average pressure in March: 1004.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average wind speed in March: 20.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (20.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

Average humidity in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (78%).

Average rainfall in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average rainfall in March: 100mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (59mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average snowfall in March: 370mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (370mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in March: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in March: 4.9°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 (4.9°C).

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

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in March: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Sortland, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in March: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in March
Sortland, Norway
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

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

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