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North Iceland Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in North Iceland, Iceland in March.

Planning a journey to North Iceland, Iceland this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in North Iceland in March

North Iceland, Iceland is a region in Iceland. March in North Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Eyjafjaroarsveit at 0°C (32°F) to cold in Raufarhöfn at 4°C (39°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C (28°F) in Raufarhöfn and -6°C (21°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit. In many areas in Iceland, 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.

For a closer look at conditions across North Iceland, Iceland, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Reykjahlíð with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Dalvík with 123 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during March. Akureyri receives roughly 77 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore North Iceland by month

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

Best Places to Visit in North Iceland in March

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

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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 North Iceland

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in North Iceland, Iceland?

Temperature range in North Iceland (March)

Precipitation variation in North Iceland (March)

Akureyri

In March Akureyri generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
36 hours
77 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Húsavík

In March Húsavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
36 hours
77 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Laugar

In March Laugar generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
36 hours
77 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Blönduós

In March Blönduós generally has 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
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Siglufjörður

In March Siglufjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
36 hours
77 hours
125 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

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

In our records: Iceland March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Iceland in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest March night in Iceland dropped to -27°C (-17°F) in Húsavík on March 26, 1988.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Akureyri 0°C (32°F) -6°C (21°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Húsavík 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Laugar 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Blönduós 2°C (36°F) -3°C (27°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Siglufjörður 2°C (36°F) -2°C (28°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Reykjahlíð 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)

North Iceland weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Iceland, Iceland in March?

In March, North Iceland, Iceland generally has poor weather conditions. Akureyri sees daytime temperatures near 0°C (32°F), with nights cooling to roughly -6°C (21°F).

What is the average temperature in North Iceland, Iceland in March?

Akureyri averages a daytime maximum of 0°C (32°F) in March, with overnight lows close to -6°C (21°F).

Does North Iceland, Iceland get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Akureyri typically receives notable snow/rainfall in March, about 105 mm (4.1 in) on average across North Iceland, Iceland.

Is March a Good Time to Visit North Iceland, Iceland?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit North Iceland, Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Akureyri.

On average, the best time to visit North Iceland, Iceland is in June, July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Akureyri.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in North Iceland.

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