March weather forecast
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

March sees Olonkin City transition from the deep winters of January and February towards marginally milder weather. The city receives more rainfall than the preceding month, with a recorded 68mm (2.68") distributed over 19 rainy days. Increasing daylight hours herald the advent of brighter days as spring nears. Yet, the chilly weather still holds a firm grip over the city, allowing only two hours of daily sunshine. As Olonkin City steps into April, anticipation grows for a further boost in temperature and daylight hours, against the backdrop of a marginal decrease in rainfall.

Temperature

The months of January through March see the lowest levels of Olonkin City's temperatures, averaging a high of -5°C (23°F).

Rainfall

In Olonkin City, during March, the rain falls for 19 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. In Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205 days and collects up to 797mm (31.38") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through April, with an average sea temperature of 1°C (33.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Under swimming conditions, this represents an immediate threat to life. Control over breathing is lost instantaneously, complicating thought processes. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to conserve thermal energy.

Daylight

In Olonkin City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:02 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 20:41 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Olonkin City are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 0 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.