Reykjanes Weather in March

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

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Keflavík Grindavík Vogar Gardur

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

What to Expect in Reykjanes in March

Reykjanes, Iceland is a region in Iceland. March in Reykjanes generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) in Keflavík.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Reykjanes, Iceland, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Vogar with an average of 122 mm (4.8 in) to high rainfall in Grindavík with 126 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Keflavík receives about 111 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Reykjanes by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February5°C (41°F) March5°C (41°F) April7°C (45°F) May9°C (48°F) June12°C (54°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August13°C (55°F) September12°C (54°F) October8°C (46°F) November6°C (43°F) December5°C (41°F)
Best Time to Visit Reykjanes →

Best Places to Visit in Reykjanes in March

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

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 Reykjanes

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

Temperature range in Reykjanes (March)

Precipitation variation in Reykjanes (March)

Keflavík

In March Keflavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
111 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Keflavík →

Grindavík

In March Grindavík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
111 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
149 mm (5.9 in)
126 mm (5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Grindavík →

Vogar

In March Vogar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
111 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vogar →

Gardur

In March Gardur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
111 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gardur →

Sandgerði

In March Sandgerði generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
111 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sandgerði →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Keflavík 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Grindavík 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Vogar 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Gardur 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Sandgerði 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Blue Lagoon 5°C (41°F) 1°C (34°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)

Reykjanes weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Reykjanes, Iceland in March. The popular destination of Keflavík averages 5°C (41°F) by day and 0°C (32°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Reykjanes, Iceland during March range from a nighttime low near 0°C (32°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Keflavík.

Does Reykjanes, Iceland get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Reykjanes, Iceland. Average rainfall in Keflavík sits around 123 mm (4.8 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Reykjanes, Iceland?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Reykjanes, Iceland with often poor weather in Keflavík.

Generally speaking, July provides tolerable weather in Keflavík. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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