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Ivalo weather in March (Lapland, Finland)

How is the weather in Ivalo in March? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In March, Ivalo generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -10°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Ivalo in March usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 31 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 18 days of snow.

The area enjoys a balanced 180 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Ivalo. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ivalo, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -10°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 31 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 180 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 37%  

Where to go in Finland in March

Find out more about the weather in Finland 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 Ivalo in March?

Visitors traveling to Ivalo should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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