Lapland Weather in March

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

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Kiruna Jukkasjärvi Porjus

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

What to Expect in Lapland in March

Lapland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. March in Lapland generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -2°C (28°F) and nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) in Kiruna. In numerous regions in Sweden, March is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Jukkasjärvi with an average of 32 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snowfall in Porjus with 36 mm (1.4 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Kiruna, marking it as the year's driest month.

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Best Places to Visit in Lapland in March

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

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 Lapland

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Lapland, Sweden?

Temperature range in Lapland (March)

Precipitation variation in Lapland (March)

Kiruna

In March Kiruna 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)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kiruna →

Jukkasjärvi

In March Jukkasjärvi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snowfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jukkasjärvi →

Porjus

In March Porjus generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-15°C (5°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly snowfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Porjus →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiruna -2°C (28°F) -11°C (12°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Jukkasjärvi -1°C (30°F) -11°C (12°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Porjus -1°C (30°F) -11°C (12°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)

Lapland weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lapland, Sweden in March?

Expect poor weather across Lapland, Sweden in March. The popular destination of Kiruna averages -2°C (28°F) by day and -11°C (12°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Lapland, Sweden in March?

In Kiruna, the average daytime high in March is -2°C (28°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -11°C (12°F).

Does Lapland, Sweden get a lot of snow in March?

March is on the drier side in Lapland, Sweden. Kiruna averages only about 33 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Lapland, Sweden?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Lapland, Sweden with often poor weather in Kiruna.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide tolerable weather in Kiruna. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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