North Iceland weather in March
Are you planning a trip to North Iceland in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in North Iceland in March?
North 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.
The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Eyjafjaroarsveit at -0°C to cold in Raufarhöfn at 4°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Raufarhöfn and -6°C 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.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Reykjahlíð with an average of 78 mm to high snow/rainfall in Dalvík with 123 mm. Akureyri experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 77 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days
For a closer look at March's conditions in North Iceland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at North Iceland's yearly weather, check out our North Iceland climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in North Iceland?
Akureyri
In March Akureyri generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Húsavík
In March Húsavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Laugar
In March Laugar generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Blönduós
In March Blönduós generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Siglufjörður
In March Siglufjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in North Iceland, in Iceland.
Is March the best time to visit North Iceland?
In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit North Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Akureyri.
On average, the best time to visit North Iceland is in June, July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Akureyri.
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