Early spring · Weather & things to do
Reykjavík in March
Little changes in Reykjavík from February: highs stay near 38°F (3°C), lows near 31°F (0°C), and about 6.0 in (153 mm) of rain falls.
With a comfort score of 30/100 (10th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cool days.
- Avg high
- 38°F (3°C)
- Avg low
- 31°F (0°C)
- Rain
- 6.0 in (153 mm)
- Humidity
- 89%
- Cloud cover
- 80%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 30/100 · Tough
What March feels like
It's cold: daytime highs average just 38°F (3°C), so build the days around warm stops.
Average lows of 31°F (0°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
Expect regular rain: about 6.0 in (153 mm) falls in the month.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 80%.
Plan around March
March is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are June – August.
- Last month with freezing nights on average; by April, lows rise to 35°F.
- Comfort holds steady from February (30 → 30/100).
- Our Iceland Ring Road route recommends Jun – Sep, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 31°F
- Shoes with gripfrost and ice are possible
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.0 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Reykjavík in March
With 6.0 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Brauð & Co.
Bakery with a painted facade, famous for cinnamon snails.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 38°F.
Harpa
Concert hall with a glass facade by Olafur Eliasson on the harbor.
Kaldi Bar
Laugavegur bar pouring Kaldi beer from northern Iceland.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Hallgrímskirkja
Concrete church inspired by basalt columns, with a tower lift over the rooftops.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop when highs sit around 38°F.
Nearby in March
- Vík in March~103 mi · highs 39°F, 8.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Jökulsárlón in March~172 mi · highs 36°F, 8.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Mývatn in March~177 mi · highs 31°F, 3.0 in rain or snow · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Reykjavík in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Reykjavík?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 30/100, held back mainly by cool days. The best months are June – August. Expect highs of 38°F (3°C) and 6.0 in (153 mm) of rain. Our Iceland Ring Road route recommends Jun – Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Reykjavík in March?
Average highs are 38°F (3°C) and average lows 31°F (0°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it rain a lot in Reykjavík in March?
Yes: about 6.0 in (153 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 64.5 in (1638 mm).
What should I pack for Reykjavík in March?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 31°F), shoes with grip (frost and ice are possible), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.0 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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