Greenland

Greenland Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Greenland in March.

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Ilulissat Narsaq Kulusuk Sisimiut

Planning a trip to Greenland this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Greenland in March

In March, Greenland experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy. March falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Nord at -25°C (-13°F) to cold in Ittoqqortoormiit at 3°C (37°F). At night it cools down to -1°C (30°F) in Ittoqqortoormiit and -30°C (-22°F) in Nord. In many areas in Greenland, March brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across Greenland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Kangerlussuaq with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to heavy snowfall in PrChristianSund with 166 mm (6.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Greenland in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Greenland

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Greenland?

Temperature range in Greenland (March)

Precipitation variation in Greenland (March)

Ilulissat

In March Ilulissat generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -11°C (12°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -19°C (-2°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Min temperature
-21°C (-6°F)
-19°C (-2°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ilulissat →

Kangerlussuaq

In March Kangerlussuaq generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -11°C (12°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -20°C (-4°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
-23°C (-9°F)
-20°C (-4°F)
-12°C (10°F)
Monthly snowfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kangerlussuaq →

Narsaq

In March Narsaq generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C (14°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snowfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
76 mm (3 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Narsaq →

Kulusuk

In March Kulusuk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
117 hours
163 hours
Monthly snowfall
154 mm (6.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kulusuk →

Tasiilaq

In March Tasiilaq generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -4°C (25°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and high monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly sun hours
35 hours
117 hours
163 hours
Monthly snowfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tasiilaq →

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In our records: Greenland March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Greenland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Greenland brought 330 mm (13 in) in Angmagssalik on March 16, 2015.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Greenland in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ilulissat -11°C (12°F) -19°C (-2°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Narsaq -2°C (28°F) -10°C (14°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Kulusuk -4°C (25°F) -9°C (16°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Sisimiut -11°C (12°F) -16°C (3°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Danmarkshavn -19°C (-2°F) -25°C (-13°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Ittoqqortoormiit 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)

Greenland weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greenland in March?

Greenland typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Ilulissat average around -11°C (12°F), and temperatures drop to about -19°C (-2°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Greenland in March?

In Ilulissat, the average daytime high in March is -11°C (12°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -19°C (-2°F).

Does Greenland get a lot of snow in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Greenland during March, with Ilulissat averaging close to 17 mm (0.7 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Greenland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Ilulissat, March may not be the ideal time to visit Greenland.

Generally speaking, June and July provide tolerable weather in Ilulissat. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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