Norrbotten Weather in March

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

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Kiruna Arjeplog Abisko Arvidsjaur

Considering a trip to Norrbotten, Sweden 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 Norrbotten in March

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very cold and range from -5°C (23°F) in Abisko to 1°C (34°F) in Boden. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -9°C (16°F) in Boden and -12°C (10°F) in Abisko. In many regions in Sweden, March is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snowfall in Kiruna with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snowfall in Abisko with 74 mm (2.9 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Kiruna typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

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Best Places to Visit in Norrbotten in March

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

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 Norrbotten

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

Temperature range in Norrbotten (March)

Precipitation variation in Norrbotten (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 →

Arjeplog

In March Arjeplog generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°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)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-10°C (14°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snowfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Arjeplog →

Abisko

In March Abisko generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -5°C (23°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C (10°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)
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-12°C (10°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly snowfall
77 mm (3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Abisko →

Arvidsjaur

In March Arvidsjaur generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Arvidsjaur →

Boden

In March Boden generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Boden →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiruna -2°C (28°F) -11°C (12°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Arjeplog -1°C (30°F) -10°C (14°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Abisko -5°C (23°F) -12°C (10°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Arvidsjaur 1°C (34°F) -9°C (16°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Boden 1°C (34°F) -9°C (16°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Gällivare -1°C (30°F) -11°C (12°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)

Norrbotten weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Norrbotten, Sweden generally has poor weather conditions. Kiruna sees daytime temperatures near -2°C (28°F), with nights cooling to roughly -11°C (12°F).

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

Kiruna averages a daytime maximum of -2°C (28°F) in March, with overnight lows close to -11°C (12°F).

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

Not particularly. Kiruna averages just 33 mm (1.3 in) of snow in March, making it a mostly dry month for Norrbotten, Sweden.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Norrbotten, Sweden?

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

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

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