Finland weather in March
Are you planning a trip to Finland in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Finland in March?
March in Finland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
During the day the temperature is very cold in Kilpisjärvi at -4°C and cold in Säkylä at 4°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -5°C in Säkylä and -12°C in Kilpisjärvi. In many regions in Finland, March is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Inari with an average of 29 mm to moderate snowfall in Kilpisjärvi with 53 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Helsinki. The city Helsinki usually sees around 132 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Finland in March, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Finland climate page.
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Average weather in Helsinki
In March Helsinki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Rovaniemi
In March Rovaniemi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Levi
In March Levi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Ruka
In March Ruka generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Tampere
In March Tampere generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Finland?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Helsinki, March may not be the ideal time to visit Finland.
On average, the best time to visit Finland is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Helsinki. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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