March weather forecastStavanger, Norway
March
Weather in March
March signals the gradual retreat of winter in Stavanger, providing an increase in average temperatures compared to February. The daylight hours begin to extend, initiating a mild thawing environment. There is a further decrease in snowfall, highlighting the continuous transition from winter to spring. While still chilly, the sea starts to warm up from the cold winter months. The significant takeaway from March, however, is the relative humidity reaching 80%, the highest for the year.Temperature
With the advent of March, Stavanger experiences an average high-temperature of a still wintry 4.9°C (40.8°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. March witnesses a minor deviation from daytime peaks, with an average nighttime temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Stavanger, Norway, is 80%.Rainfall
In Stavanger, in March, during 18.3 rainfall days, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stavanger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.4 days and collects up to 1002mm (39.45") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 30mm (1.18") of snow.Sea temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F).Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert thermal damage.
Daylight
In March, the average length of the day in Stavanger is 11h and 52min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 19:17 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March is 5.3h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stavanger. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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 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 30min).
Average sunshine days in March
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, 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
Stavanger, Norway
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (9km).
