March · Norway
Best time to visit Stavanger in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Stavanger in March
Average temperature 4°C, 129 mm of rain, about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
3.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 129 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 1
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Stavanger scores 3.8/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 4°C, 129 mm of rain, and roughly 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Coastal city gateway to iconic hikes like Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) and Lysefjord.
March in Stavanger — off-season conditions
At 4°C (39°F) this is proper winter weather in March: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
129 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 3.8/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 8.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, June is materially better in Stavanger — 4.6 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Stavanger in March?
- In March, Stavanger averages 4°C, 129 mm of rain, and about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.8/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Stavanger?
- March earns a 3.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Stavanger in March?
- Expect about 129 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 1 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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