Western Finland Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Western Finland, Finland in March.

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Vaasa Tampere Pori Keuruu

Planning a trip to Western Finland, Finland this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Western Finland in March

Western Finland, Finland is a region in Finland. March in Western Finland generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Viitasaari at 1°C (34°F) and cold in Säkylä at 4°C (39°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to -5°C (23°F) in Säkylä and -7°C (19°F) in Viitasaari. In many areas in Finland, 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.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Uusikaarlepyy with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Loimaa with 40 mm (1.6 in). In Tampere, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Explore Western Finland by month

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

January-1°C (30°F) February-2°C (28°F) March2°C (36°F) April8°C (46°F) May13°C (55°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August20°C (68°F) September15°C (59°F) October9°C (48°F) November4°C (39°F) December1°C (34°F)
Best Time to Visit Western Finland →

Best Places to Visit in Western Finland in March

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

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 Western Finland

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Western Finland, Finland?

Temperature range in Western Finland (March)

Precipitation variation in Western Finland (March)

Tampere

In March Tampere generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
16 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Tampere →

Pori

In March Pori generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pori →

Keuruu

In March Keuruu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Keuruu →

Rauma

In March Rauma generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rauma →

Vaasa

In March Vaasa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-8°C (18°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
132 hours
191 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vaasa →

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

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Western Finland in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vaasa 2°C (36°F) -6°C (21°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Tampere 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Pori 3°C (37°F) -4°C (25°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Keuruu 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Rauma 3°C (37°F) -3°C (27°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Ahtari 2°C (36°F) -7°C (19°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Western Finland weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Western Finland, Finland in March?

Western Finland, Finland typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Tampere average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Western Finland, Finland in March?

Average temperatures in Western Finland, Finland during March range from a nighttime low near -6°C (21°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Tampere.

Does Western Finland, Finland get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Western Finland, Finland. Tampere averages only about 38 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Western Finland, Finland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Tampere, March may not be the ideal time to visit Western Finland, Finland.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Tampere. In contrast, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Western Finland.

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