Finnmark Weather in March

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

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Alta Karasjok Kautokeino Gjesvær

Considering a trip to Finnmark, Norway this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Finnmark in March

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -3°C (27°F) in Skoganvarre to 2°C (36°F) in Gjesvær. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Gjesvær and -11°C (12°F) in Skoganvarre. In many areas in Norway, 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.

To explore the conditions in Finnmark, 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 moderate snowfall in Hammerfest with 95 mm (3.7 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Alta, marking it as the year's driest month.

Explore Finnmark by month

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

January-6°C (21°F) February-6°C (21°F) March-2°C (28°F) April3°C (37°F) May8°C (46°F) This monthJune13°C (55°F) July17°C (63°F) August15°C (59°F) September11°C (52°F) October4°C (39°F) November-2°C (28°F) December-4°C (25°F)
Best Time to Visit Finnmark →

Best Places to Visit in Finnmark in March

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

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 Finnmark

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

Temperature range in Finnmark (March)

Precipitation variation in Finnmark (March)

Alta

In March Alta 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
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snowfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Alta →

Karasjok

In March Karasjok generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Karasjok →

Kautokeino

In March Kautokeino generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kautokeino →

Gjesvær

In March Gjesvær generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°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
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gjesvær →

Kirkenes

In March Kirkenes generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snowfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kirkenes →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Alta -2°C (28°F) -10°C (14°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Karasjok -2°C (28°F) -11°C (12°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Kautokeino -2°C (28°F) -11°C (12°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Gjesvær 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Kirkenes -1°C (30°F) -9°C (16°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Skarsvåg 1°C (34°F) -3°C (27°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Finnmark weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Finnmark, Norway generally has poor weather conditions. Alta sees daytime temperatures near -2°C (28°F), with nights cooling to roughly -10°C (14°F).

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

Average temperatures in Finnmark, Norway during March range from a nighttime low near -10°C (14°F) to a daytime high around -2°C (28°F) in Alta.

Does Finnmark, Norway get a lot of snow in March?

March is on the drier side in Finnmark, Norway. Alta averages only about 45 mm (1.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Finnmark, Norway?

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

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

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