March weather forecast
Stavanger, Norway

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Weather in March

March signals the gradual retreat of winter in Stavanger, providing an increase in average temperatures compared to February. The daylight hours begin to extend, initiating a mild thawing environment. There is a further decrease in snowfall, highlighting the continuous transition from winter to spring. While still chilly, the sea starts to warm up from the cold winter months. The significant takeaway from March, however, is the relative humidity reaching 80%, the highest for the year.

Temperature

With the advent of March, Stavanger experiences an average high-temperature of a still wintry 4.9°C (40.8°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. March witnesses a minor deviation from daytime peaks, with an average nighttime temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Stavanger, Norway, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Stavanger, in March, during 18.3 rainfall days, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stavanger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.4 days and collects up to 1002mm (39.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. March is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 30mm (1.18") of snow.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F).
Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert thermal damage.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Stavanger is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 19:17 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stavanger. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in March interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Stavanger?

In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stavanger are 4.9°C (40.8°F) and 2.7°C (36.9°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Stavanger?

In March, the average relative humidity in Stavanger is 80%.

How many days does it rain in March in Stavanger?

In Stavanger, in March, during 18.3 rainfall days, 80mm (3.15") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Stavanger?

March is the month with the most snowfall in Stavanger, Norway. Snow falls for 3.8 days and accumulates 30mm (1.18") of snow.

How many days does it snow in March in Stavanger?

In March, in Stavanger, Norway, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout March, 30mm (1.18") of snow is accumulated.

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

With an average sea temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater.

What is the sea temperature in March in Stavanger?

In March, the average sea temperature in Stavanger, Norway, is 4.6°C (40.3°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Stavanger?

On the first day of March in Stavanger, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 19:17 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Stavanger?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Stavanger?

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

What is the UV index intensity in March in Stavanger?

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

Average temperature in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average high temperature in March: 4.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average pressure in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average pressure in March: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average wind speed in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average wind speed in March: 21km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average humidity in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average humidity in March: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average rainfall in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average rainfall in March: 80mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (43mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average rainfall days in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in March: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.3 days).

Average snowfall in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average snowfall in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average snowfall in March: 30mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average snowfall days in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in March: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average sea temperature in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in March: 4.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.6°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average sunshine days in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average UV index in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average cloud cover in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in March: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in March
Stavanger, Norway

Average visibility in March - Stavanger, Norway
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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

Stavanger, Norway

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