Alta weather in March (Finnmark, Norway)

Curious about the climate in Alta this March? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, March in Alta includes very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately -2°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -10°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Alta in March usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 45 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have snow.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Alta. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Alta, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature -10°C  

Max Temperature -2°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 45 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Where to go in Norway in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Visitors traveling to Alta 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.

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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