March weather forecast
Stromness, United Kingdom

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a chilly month in Stromness, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.5°C (45.5°F) and an average low of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Temperature

The commencement of March notes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.5°C (45.5°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Stromness marks an average drop to an icy 5.8°C (42.4°F) during nighttime in March, following the high of the day.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Stromness is 77%.

Rainfall

In Stromness, during March, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 233.4 rainfall days, and 572mm (22.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Stromness, during March, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Stromness, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of snow.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Swimming in 7.3°C (45.1°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.

Daylight

In Stromness, United Kingdom, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of March, in Stromness, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 6:53 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Stromness in March?

In Stromness, in March, the average high-temperature is 7.5°C (45.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Stromness?

The average relative humidity in March in Stromness is 77%.

How much does it rain in Stromness in March?

In Stromness, United Kingdom, in March, during 20.3 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Stromness?

In Stromness, in March, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 4mm (0.16") of snow.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Stromness?

March is the month with the coldest seawater in Stromness, with an average sea temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F).

How cold is the water in March in Stromness?

In Stromness, United Kingdom, in March, the average water temperature is 7.3°C (45.1°F). Swimming in 7.3°C (45.1°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Stromness have in March?

The average day length in March in Stromness is 11h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Stromness?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 5:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stromness, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 6:53 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Stromness have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Stromness?

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stromness.

What is the UV index reading in March in Stromness?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Stromness, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average temperature in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in March: 7.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.5°C).

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Average pressure in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average pressure in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in March: 1009.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in March: 32.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (38.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (22.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average humidity in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (75%).

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Average rainfall in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in March: 47mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (30mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in March: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (15.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in March: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and March (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in March: 7.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.3°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average UV index in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in March: 67

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 56).

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Average visibility in March
Stromness, United Kingdom

Average visibility in March - Stromness, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (9km).

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