Akureyri weather in March (North Iceland, Iceland)

Looking to travel to Akureyri in March? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In March, Akureyri typically experiences very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 0°C, while nights can cool down to about -6°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Akureyri in March usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see snow/rainfall.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 77 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Akureyri. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Akureyri climate page with graphs.

 

Akureyri, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 0°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 105 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 77 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 22%  

Where to go in Iceland in March

Find out more about the weather in Iceland in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Akureyri in March?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 4°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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