March weather forecast
Umeå, Sweden

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Weather in March

During March, Umeå slowly transitions towards spring, yet the wintry influence is distinctly present. One of the notable shifts in March is the increase in daylight hours. These lengthened days coincide with a minor rise in the average temperatures. Despite less snowfall in comparison to the two preceding months, the landscape remains predominantly white. The arrival of spring shows signs as March progresses.

Temperature

The onset of March brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a freezing cold -3.5°C (25.7°F) in February to a still subzero cold -0.3°C (31.5°F). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs in Umeå during the nights of March, averaging a still subzero cold -5°C (23°F).

Humidity

In Umeå, the average relative humidity in March is 89%.

Rainfall

In March, in Umeå, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout March, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.6 rainfall days, and 418mm (16.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Umeå, Sweden. The month with the most snowfall is March, when snow falls for 14.9 days and typically aggregates up to 199mm (7.83") of snow.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Umeå are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 0°C (32°F).
Note: In swimming scenarios, this is an immediate danger to life. Breathing becomes uncontrollable instantly, obstructing any form of clear thinking. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to lessen thermal leakage.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Umeå is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 18:27 CET.

Sunshine

In Umeå, the average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in March leads to these recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Umeå?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Umeå, is -0.3°C (31.5°F) and the average low-temperature is -5°C (23°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Umeå?

In Umeå, the average relative humidity in March is 89%.

How much does it rain in Umeå in March?

In Umeå, in March, during 7.7 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Umeå?

March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 199mm (7.83") of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Umeå?

In Umeå, Sweden, during March, snow falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 199mm (7.83") of snow.

What months are the sea coldest in Umeå?

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 0°C (32°F), are months with the coldest seawater.

How cold is the water in March in Umeå?

In Umeå, Sweden, the average seawater temperature in March is 0°C (32°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the average length of the day in March in Umeå?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Umeå?

On the first day of March in Umeå, Sweden, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:58 and sunset at 18:27 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Umeå?

In Umeå, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.3h.

How high is the UV index in March in Umeå?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average temperature in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in March: -0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.6°C).

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Average pressure in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average pressure in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average pressure in March: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average wind speed in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in March: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average humidity in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

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Average rainfall in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average rainfall in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in March: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average rainfall days in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average snowfall in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in March: 199mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (199mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average snowfall days in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average sea temperature in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average sea temperature in March: 0°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (0°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average sunshine days in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average UV index in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average cloud cover in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in March: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in March
Umeå, Sweden

Average visibility in March - Umeå, Sweden
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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