West Iceland Weather in March

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

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Borgarnes Grundarfjordur Stykkishólmur Akranes

Planning a journey to West Iceland, Iceland 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 West Iceland in March

West Iceland, Iceland is a region in Iceland. March in West Iceland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Húsafell at 1°C (34°F) to cold in Akranes at 4°C (39°F). At night it cools down to -2°C (28°F) in Akranes and -5°C (23°F) in Húsafell. In numerous regions in Iceland, March is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

To explore the conditions in West Iceland, Iceland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Hellissandur with an average of 104 mm (4.1 in) to high snow/rainfall in Húsafell with 140 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Borgarnes typically sees 111 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore West Iceland by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February3°C (37°F) March4°C (39°F) April7°C (45°F) May10°C (50°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly15°C (59°F) August15°C (59°F) September12°C (54°F) October7°C (45°F) November4°C (39°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in West Iceland in March

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

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 West Iceland

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

Temperature range in West Iceland (March)

Precipitation variation in West Iceland (March)

Borgarnes

In March Borgarnes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
111 hours
165 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Borgarnes →

Grundarfjordur

In March Grundarfjordur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
111 hours
136 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Grundarfjordur →

Stykkishólmur

In March Stykkishólmur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
111 hours
136 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stykkishólmur →

Akranes

In March Akranes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
3°C (37°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
111 hours
165 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Akranes →

Búðardalur

In March Búðardalur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
111 hours
136 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Búðardalur →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Borgarnes 4°C (39°F) -3°C (27°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Grundarfjordur 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Stykkishólmur 3°C (37°F) -2°C (28°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Akranes 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Búðardalur 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Fossatún 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 128 mm (5 in)

West Iceland weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in West Iceland, Iceland brings poor weather. In Borgarnes, daytime temperatures are typically around 4°C (39°F) and nighttime lows hover near -3°C (27°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Borgarnes peak at roughly 4°C (39°F) in March, dropping to about -3°C (27°F) overnight.

Does West Iceland, Iceland get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in West Iceland, Iceland. Average snow/rainfall in Borgarnes sits around 125 mm (4.9 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit West Iceland, Iceland?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit West Iceland, Iceland due to the typically poor weather in Borgarnes.

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

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