Temperature in Finland in March

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Finland this March.

Finland, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in March ranging from -4°C (25°F) in Kilpisjärvi to 4°C (39°F) in Säkylä. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -5°C (23°F) in Säkylä and -12°C (10°F) in Kilpisjärvi.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Finland in March?

To get a sense of March's typical temperatures in the key spots of Finland, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Finland in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.

Finland temperatures in March: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Finland in March?

Expect daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Helsinki. That makes March a low month for Finland.

How cold does it get at night in Finland in March?

Helsinki sees nighttime lows close to -5°C (23°F) in March.

What is the warmest city in March in Finland?

Säkylä tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around -5°C (23°F).

What is the coldest city in March in Finland?

For the month of March, Kilpisjärvi is the most temperate city in Finland based on our records. Highs average -4°C (25°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around -12°C (10°F).

How much sun does Finland get in March?

Helsinki enjoys a balanced 132 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.

What is the water temperature in March?

The water temperature averages approximately 0°C (32°F) in Helsinki this month, so not the best month to swim.

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