Hofstaðir weather in March (North Iceland, Iceland)

What weather conditions can you expect in Hofstaðir this March? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of March in Hofstaðir typically includes very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -6°C. This month is particularly chilly, so wearing layers is necessary to stay warm and comfortable.

Precipitation

Hofstaðir in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 18 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 77 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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

 

Hofstaðir, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 60%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 77 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (58 KM, 36 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in March

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

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

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