Senja Weather in March

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

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Mefjordvær

Considering a trip to Senja, Norway 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 Senja in March

Senja, Norway is a region in Norway. March in Senja generally has very cold temperatures, with high precipitation. During March, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 2°C (36°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Mefjordvær. March is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

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

Precipitation

March is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 126 mm (5 in) in Mefjordvær.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Mefjordvær as an example - it receives around 113 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Senja in March

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

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 Senja

What is the weather like in March for the most popular destinonation in Senja, Norway?

Mefjordvær

In March Mefjordvær generally has very 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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
32 hours
113 hours
161 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
126 mm (5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mefjordvær →

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

Senja weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Senja, Norway generally has poor weather conditions. Mefjordvær sees daytime temperatures near 2°C (36°F), with nights cooling to roughly -2°C (28°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Mefjordvær peak at roughly 2°C (36°F) in March, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does Senja, Norway get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Mefjordvær typically receives notable snow/rainfall in March, about 126 mm (5 in) on average across Senja, Norway.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Senja, Norway?

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Senja.

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