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Sognefjord Weather in March

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

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Flåm Sogndal Balestrand Gudvangen

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

What to Expect in the Sognefjord in March

The Sognefjord, Norway is a region in Norway. March in the Sognefjord generally has very cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Flåm. In many areas in Norway, 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 the Sognefjord, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Aurland with an average of 124 mm (4.9 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Balestrand with 199 mm (7.8 in).

Explore the Sognefjord by month

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

January-2°C (28°F) February-2°C (28°F) March1°C (34°F) April4°C (39°F) May9°C (48°F) This monthJune14°C (57°F) July17°C (63°F) August16°C (61°F) September11°C (52°F) October5°C (41°F) November1°C (34°F) December-2°C (28°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Sognefjord in March

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

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 the Sognefjord

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Sognefjord, Norway?

Temperature range in the Sognefjord (March)

Precipitation variation in the Sognefjord (March)

Flåm

In March Flåm generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Flåm →

Sogndal

In March Sogndal generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°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 (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
164 mm (6.5 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sogndal →

Balestrand

In March Balestrand generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
230 mm (9.1 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Balestrand →

Gudvangen

In March Gudvangen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
184 mm (7.2 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gudvangen →

Aurland

In March Aurland generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Aurland →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Flåm 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Sogndal 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Balestrand 2°C (36°F) -4°C (25°F) 199 mm (7.8 in)
Gudvangen 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Aurland 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Kaupanger 2°C (36°F) -5°C (23°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)

The Sognefjord weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across the Sognefjord, Norway in March. The popular destination of Flåm averages 1°C (34°F) by day and -6°C (21°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in the Sognefjord, Norway during March range from a nighttime low near -6°C (21°F) to a daytime high around 1°C (34°F) in Flåm.

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

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in the Sognefjord, Norway. Average snow/rainfall in Flåm sits around 134 mm (5.3 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Sognefjord, Norway?

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

On average, the best time to visit the Sognefjord, Norway is in June, July and August with generally unpleasant weather in Flåm.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Sognefjord.

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