Svalbard Weather in March

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

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Longyearbyen

Planning a journey to Svalbard, Norway 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 Svalbard in March

Svalbard, Norway is a region in Norway. March in Svalbard generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. March is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around -11°C (12°F) and nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) in Longyearbyen. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

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

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average snowfall of around 47 mm (1.9 in) in Longyearbyen.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during March. Longyearbyen experiences about 79 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

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Best Places to Visit in Svalbard in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Svalbard

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

Longyearbyen

In March Longyearbyen generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -11°C (12°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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February
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Max temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-8°C (18°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-13°C (9°F)
Monthly sun hours
0 hours
79 hours
230 hours
Monthly snowfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Longyearbyen →

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

Svalbard weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Svalbard, Norway generally has poor weather conditions. Longyearbyen sees daytime temperatures near -11°C (12°F), with nights cooling to roughly -16°C (3°F).

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

Average temperatures in Svalbard, Norway during March range from a nighttime low near -16°C (3°F) to a daytime high around -11°C (12°F) in Longyearbyen.

Does Svalbard, Norway get a lot of snow in March?

March is on the drier side in Svalbard, Norway. Longyearbyen averages only about 47 mm (1.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Svalbard, Norway?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Svalbard, Norway due to the typically poor weather in Longyearbyen.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Longyearbyen.

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