Oulu (province) weather in March
Are you planning a trip to Oulu (province) in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Oulu (province) in March?
Oulu (province) is a region in Finland. March in Oulu (province) generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -2°C in Kesäniemi to 2°C in Kalajoki. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -7°C in Kalajoki and -10°C in Kesäniemi. In many regions in Finland, March is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Raahe with an average of 32 mm to moderate snowfall in Kotila with 43 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Ruka typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Oulu (province) in March, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Oulu (province) climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Oulu (province)?
Ruka
In March Ruka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Vuokatti
In March Vuokatti generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Oulu
In March Oulu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Kuusamo
In March Kuusamo generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Raahe
In March Raahe generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Oulu (province)?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ruka, March may not be the ideal time to visit Oulu (province).
On average, the best time to visit Oulu (province) is in July with generally perfect weather in Ruka. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.
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