Iceland · March
Low seasonIceland · Europe
Max Temp
3.8°C
Min Temp
-0.6°C
Sunshine
5 h/day
Rain Days
12 days
Water Temp
4.7°C
Rainfall
91.1 mm
Humidity
79%
Avg Temp
1.6°C
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
March is the coldest winter month in Iceland — with highs of only 4°C, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, and August.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 4°C during the day and drop to -1°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 12 rain days (91 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 5°C, the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Iceland in March
- Winterjacke
- Thermokleidung und warme Lagen
- Mütze, Schal und Handschuhe
- Warme, wasserfeste Schuhe
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Iceland?
- No — March is not among the recommended months for Iceland (Score: 30/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Iceland in March?
- In March, Iceland sees daily highs of 4°C. Nights cool to -1°C, with a daily average of 2°C.
- How much rain falls in Iceland in March?
- In March, Iceland receives an average of 91 mm of rain over 12 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Iceland get in March?
- Iceland averages 5 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Iceland in March?
- Water temperature in Iceland in March averages 5°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.