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Thinking of visiting Akureyri in March? Expect very low temperatures reaching 0°C (32°F) during the day, dropping to -6°C (21°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is likely.
March in Akureyri has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Akureyri typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 0°C (32°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -5°C (23°F) to -2°C (28°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Akureyri spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 50 years of weather records for Akureyri, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Iceland in March →
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).
Cold weather calls for smart layering in March. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Expect water temperatures of around 4°C (39°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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