Normal weather for Iceland in March
It's cold in March in Iceland with an average temperature of -1°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -3°C to a high of 1°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -9°C and -5°C.
In March, there is an average of 150 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. Of the total precipitation, about 27 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 6 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Iceland in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
-1°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
1°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
-3°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
150 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
27 cm | 7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
14 days | 4 days | |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Iceland with really cold temps, averaging around -2°C during the day and nights dipping to about -7°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around -0°C, with nights around -6°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Iceland is around -0°C, while nighttime temps are about -6°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
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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.
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Temperature records for Iceland in March
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Daily Temperature in March in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Iceland, 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 Iceland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Iceland, 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 18 days of precipitation in Iceland.
Daily Snowfall in March in Iceland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Iceland, 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 Iceland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Iceland, 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 Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Iceland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in March in Iceland Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Iceland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Iceland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Iceland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in March for Iceland
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Iceland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Iceland by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Iceland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
