Hvolsvöllur Weather in March
March in Hvolsvöllur averages 5°C (41°F) during the day and -1°C (30°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 164 mm (6.5 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
Rainfall in Hvolsvöllur in March
Historically, March sees about 18 days of snow/rain, with a monthly average of 164 mm (6.5 in). Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.
Temperature in Hvolsvöllur in March
Expect highs of 5°C (41°F) in Hvolsvöllur in March, with nights dropping to around -1°C (30°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Hvolsvöllur. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Hvolsvöllur Temperature in March
Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
164 mm (6.5 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Hvolsvöllur typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 5°C (41°F). Nights are very cold, with lows around 0°C (32°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather for Hvolsvöllur in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Hvolsvöllur spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Hvolsvöllur historical weather extremes in March
Based on weather observations in Hvolsvöllur between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.
- On March 17, 2006, temperatures climbed to 10°C (50°F), marking the warmest March day on record.
- The coldest March day was on March 1, 1998, with a maximum of -10°C (14°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -14°C (7°F) on March 14, 1992, marking the coldest March night on record.
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What to Wear in Hvolsvöllur in March
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Hvolsvöllur in March. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.What To Do in Hvolsvöllur in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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