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Nordland Weather in March

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

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

What to Expect in Nordland in March

Nordland, Norway is a region in Norway. March in Nordland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Narvik at -1°C (30°F) to cold in Røst at 5°C (41°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Røst and -8°C (18°F) in Narvik. In numerous regions in Norway, 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.

For specific regional insights in Nordland, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Røst with an average of 86 mm (3.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Mosjøen with 177 mm (7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Nordland in March

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

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 Nordland

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

Temperature range in Nordland (March)

Precipitation variation in Nordland (March)

Reine

In March Reine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Reine →

Svolvær

In March Svolvær generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Svolvær →

Kabelvåg

In March Kabelvåg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
126 mm (5 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kabelvåg →

Bodø

In March Bodø generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
49 hours
110 hours
182 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bodø →

Andenes

In March Andenes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Andenes →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Reine 4°C (39°F) 1°C (34°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Svolvær 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Kabelvåg 3°C (37°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Bodø 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Andenes 3°C (37°F) 0°C (32°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Narvik -1°C (30°F) -8°C (18°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)

Nordland weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Nordland, Norway in March. The popular destination of Reine averages 4°C (39°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Reine averages a daytime maximum of 4°C (39°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

Does Nordland, Norway get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Reine averages just 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Nordland, Norway.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Nordland, Norway?

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

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