March weather forecast
Sisimiut, Greenland

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Weather in March

March continues to hold on to the winter weather but gives a slight hint of the upcoming spring, marked by gradual temperature rise and increase in sunshine hours. The monthly temperature, marginally higher than February, bounces from -18°C (-0.4°F) to -10.1°C (13.8°F). Sunshine hours triple compared to the previous month, offering a little more brightness to the atmospheric blues. The city of Sisimiut sees more snow-covered days compared to its rainfall in March. With sunlight extending a bit more each day, the city slowly begins its transition from the harsh winter to milder temperatures.

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still frigid cold -10.1°C (13.8°F) marks March in Sisimiut, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in February. Sisimiut's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of -18°C (-0.4°F).

Rainfall

In Sisimiut, during March, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.2 rainfall days, and 382mm (15.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In March, snow falls for 11.5 days. In Sisimiut, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.4 days.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Sisimiut.
Note: While swimming, this scenario rapidly escalates into a life-threatening situation. Breathing becomes unmanageable, impairing clear thinking. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is vital to minimize thermal depletion.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Sisimiut is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of March in Sisimiut, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 20:30 -02.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Sisimiut is 4.6h.
Updated: Feb 9, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sisimiut in March?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Sisimiut, is -10.1°C (13.8°F) and the average low-temperature is -18°C (-0.4°F).

How many days does it rain in March in Sisimiut?

In Sisimiut, in March, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Sisimiut?

In Sisimiut, during March, snow falls for 11.5 days.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Sisimiut?

February and March, with an average sea temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Sisimiut, Greenland.

How cold is the water in March in Sisimiut?

In Sisimiut, in March, the average water temperature is -1.3°C (29.7°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 Sisimiut?

The average day length in March in Sisimiut, Greenland, is 11h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Sisimiut?

On the first day of March in Sisimiut, Greenland, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 20:30 -02.

How long on average sun shines in March in Sisimiut?

In Sisimiut, Greenland, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.6h.

Average temperature in March
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average temperature in March - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in March: -10.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (9.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-10.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -18°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (3.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-18°C).

Average rainfall in March
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average rainfall in March - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in March: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (18mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average rainfall days in March - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (9.1 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average snowfall days in March - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are November and December (13.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0.2 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average sea temperature in March - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average sea temperature in March: -1.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (4.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (-1.3°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sisimiut, Greenland

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sisimiut, Greenland
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

Sisimiut, Greenland

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