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Akershus Weather in March

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

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Oslo Gardermoen Drøbak Fornebu

Planning a getaway to Akershus, Norway this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Akershus in March

Akershus, Norway is a region in Norway. March in Akershus generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) in Oslo.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Løken with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Asker with 58 mm (2.3 in). In Oslo, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Oslo gets around 129 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Akershus in March

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

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 Akershus

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

Temperature range in Akershus (March)

Precipitation variation in Akershus (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 »
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
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Oslo →

Gardermoen

In March Gardermoen 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 »
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
59 mm (2.3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gardermoen →

Drøbak

In March Drøbak generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
130 hours
160 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Drøbak →

Fornebu

In March Fornebu 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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
130 hours
160 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Fornebu →

Asker

In March Asker generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
130 hours
160 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Asker →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Akershus, 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 Akershus in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Oslo 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Gardermoen 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Drøbak 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Fornebu 5°C (41°F) -4°C (25°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Asker 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Hurdal 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Akershus weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Akershus, Norway in March?

Expect poor weather across Akershus, Norway in March. The popular destination of Oslo averages 5°C (41°F) by day and -4°C (25°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Akershus, Norway in March?

Oslo averages a daytime maximum of 5°C (41°F) in March, with overnight lows close to -4°C (25°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Akershus, Norway during March, with Oslo averaging close to 54 mm (2.1 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Akershus, Norway?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Akershus, Norway due to the typically poor weather in Oslo.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Oslo. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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