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Norway Weather in March

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

Are you planning a trip a to Norway in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Norway in March

In March, Norway experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to cold and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Longyearbyen at -11°C (12°F) to cold in Skjold at 7°C (45°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Skjold and -16°C (3°F) in Longyearbyen.

To explore the conditions in Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kautokeino with an average of 30 mm (1.2 in) to heavy snowfall in Kvalsvik with 257 mm (10 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Oslo typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Oslo as an example - it receives around 129 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Norway by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Norway — and find the best time to visit. (based on Oslo)

Best Places to Visit in Norway in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Norway.

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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 Norway

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

Temperature range in Norway (March)

Precipitation variation in Norway (March)

Oslo

In March Oslo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
83 hours
129 hours
165 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Reine

In March Reine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Bergen

In March Bergen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
54 hours
127 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
24 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Stavanger

In March Stavanger generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
140 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
177 mm (7 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Hemsedal

In March Hemsedal generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Norway.

In our records: Norway March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Norway 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 Norway brought 300 mm (12 in) in Øvre Ramse on March 31, 2022.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oslo 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Bergen 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 196 mm (7.7 in)
Tromsø 0°C (32°F) -7°C (19°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Stavanger 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Geiranger 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Kristiansand 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Norway weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Norway in March?

Norway typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Oslo average around 5°C (41°F), and temperatures drop to about -4°C (25°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Norway in March?

In Oslo, the average daytime high in March is 5°C (41°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -4°C (25°F).

Does Norway get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Norway. Oslo averages only about 54 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Norway?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Norway with often poor weather in Oslo.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide pleasant weather in Oslo. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Norway.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Norway? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Norway.

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