March weather forecast
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

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Weather in March

March in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, inherits some of the cold weather traits from its predecessor, February. The sea temperature remains constant at 7.3°C (45.1°F), not varying greatly from the previous month. Among the more significant shifts is the increase in daylight hours that March ushers in. Although April will bring a further increase in daily highs, March serves as a harbinger of the coming spring. Year-round, the bracing weather of Vestmannaeyjar is an inestimable part of its allure.

Temperature

Vestmannaeyjar experiences an average high-temperature of a still wintry 3.8°C (38.8°F) with the onset of March, subtly varied from February's 3.9°C (39°F). Vestmannaeyjar records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of March, averaging a freezing cold -0.2°C (31.6°F).

Rainfall

In Vestmannaeyjar, in March, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 141mm (5.55") of accumulated precipitation. In Vestmannaeyjar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190 days and collects up to 1588mm (62.52") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January and March, with an average sea temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: You can swim in 7.3°C (45.1°F) below 10°C (50°F) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 13°C (55.4°F) without it is tough.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 20:08 GMT.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is March in Vestmannaeyjar?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Vestmannaeyjar, is 3.8°C (38.8°F) and the average low-temperature is -0.2°C (31.6°F).

How much does it rain in Vestmannaeyjar in March?

In Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, in March, during 17 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

The months with the coldest seawater in Vestmannaeyjar are January and March, with an average sea temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F).

How cold is the water in March in Vestmannaeyjar?

In Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, 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 Vestmannaeyjar have in March?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Vestmannaeyjar?

On the first day of March in Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 20:08 GMT.

Average temperature in March
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

Average temperature in March - Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in March: 3.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (-0.6°C).

Average rainfall in March
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

Average rainfall in March - Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in March: 141.4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (161.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (94.9mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

Average rainfall days in March - Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

Average sea temperature in March - Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
  • Average sea temperature in March: 7.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (11.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and March (7.3°C).

Average daylight in March
Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

Average daylight in March - Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 42min).

Vestmannaeyjar, Iceland

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