Västerbotten Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Västerbotten, Sweden in March.

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Umeå Byske Skellefteå Karlsten

Planning a getaway to Västerbotten, Sweden this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Västerbotten in March

Västerbotten, Sweden is a region in Sweden. March in Västerbotten generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Hemavan at -2°C (28°F) and cold in Himmersundet at 2°C (36°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -6°C (21°F) in Himmersundet and -10°C (14°F) in Hemavan. In numerous regions in Sweden, March is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

For a closer look at conditions across Västerbotten, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Byske with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Hemavan with 95 mm (3.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Umeå, you can expect around 169 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Västerbotten in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Västerbotten

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Västerbotten, Sweden?

Temperature range in Västerbotten (March)

Precipitation variation in Västerbotten (March)

Umeå

In March Umeå generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
169 hours
215 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Umeå →

Byske

In March Byske generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Byske →

Skellefteå

In March Skellefteå generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Skellefteå →

Karlsten

In March Karlsten generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Karlsten →

Vilhelmina

In March Vilhelmina generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vilhelmina →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Västerbotten, in Sweden.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Västerbotten in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Umeå 2°C (36°F) -6°C (21°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Byske 1°C (34°F) -7°C (19°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Skellefteå 1°C (34°F) -7°C (19°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Karlsten 1°C (34°F) -9°C (16°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Vilhelmina 1°C (34°F) -8°C (18°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Kittelfjäll -1°C (30°F) -10°C (14°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Västerbotten weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Västerbotten, Sweden in March?

Expect poor weather across Västerbotten, Sweden in March. The popular destination of Umeå averages 2°C (36°F) by day and -6°C (21°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Västerbotten, Sweden in March?

Daytime temperatures in Umeå peak at roughly 2°C (36°F) in March, dropping to about -6°C (21°F) overnight.

Does Västerbotten, Sweden get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Not particularly. Umeå averages just 42 mm (1.7 in) of snow/rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Västerbotten, Sweden.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Västerbotten, Sweden?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Västerbotten, Sweden due to the typically poor weather in Umeå.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Umeå. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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