IcelandAverage weather for Akureyri in March
It's cold in March in Akureyri with an average temperature of 3°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 0°C to a high of 6°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -9°C and 0°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Akureyri with really cold temps, averaging around 2°C during the day and nights dipping to about -5°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 4°C, with nights around -3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Akureyri is around 5°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Akureyri is 5°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In March, there is an average of 48 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 164 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Akureyri in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
3°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
6°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
0°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
48 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 10 days | |
 Total snowfall |
164 cm | 7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
24 days | 4 days | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records
With 14°C in 2021, Akureyri reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -12°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -21°C to a highest value of 8°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Akureyri
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Akureyri, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Akureyri
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Akureyri, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Akureyri.
Daily Snowfall in March in Akureyri
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Akureyri, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV index in March in Akureyri
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Akureyri, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Akureyri over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Akureyri, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in Akureyri over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Akureyri, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Akureyri per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Akureyri, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in March for Akureyri
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Average weather in Akureyri by month
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