What is the weather like in Iceland during March?

Iceland's March weather brings temperatures between -2°C to 4°C with rapid changes throughout the day. Travelers should prepare for a mix of conditions that can shift from snow to rain to sunshine within hours. The South Coast near Vik experiences strong winds while inland regions around Thingvellir National Park offer more predictable conditions. At locations like Fosshotel Nupar guests often experience the full range of Iceland's weather patterns showcasing the country's dynamic climate in a single day.

What are the chances of seeing Northern Lights in Iceland during March?

Northern Lights viewing success rates reach 56% during March in Iceland. The best viewing spots are found away from urban areas with hotels like Stracta in Hella and Fosshotel Nupar providing prime observation points. As one guest shared: "We saw the Northern Lights on three consecutive nights in March from the Hotel Nupar's viewing area where the dark skies and minimal light pollution created perfect viewing conditions."

What are the best activities to do in Iceland during March?

March visitors can explore ice caves at Vatnajökull glacier search for Northern Lights join Golden Circle tours and relax in geothermal spas. The Blue Lagoon and Sky Lagoon provide a unique experience as winter temperatures meet warm waters. Glacier hiking at Sólheimajökull is particularly good during March when ice conditions are stable. A recent visitor noted: "The March conditions were perfect for ice cave exploration at Vatnajökull with the winter ice still solid but weather warm enough for comfortable hiking."

What type of accommodation is recommended for Iceland in March?

Recommended lodging includes Fosshotel Nupar and Hotel Stracta in Hella both known for their Northern Lights viewing access. In Reykjavik Hotel Klettur stands out for its central location and winter amenities. A recent guest shared: "Hotel Stracta's location away from city lights made it perfect for Northern Lights viewing in March plus their hot tubs were wonderful after cold day tours."

What wildlife can I spot in Iceland during March?

March visitors can expect to see Icelandic horses seals at Ytri Tunga beach and various seabirds. While puffins are absent whale watching tours from Akureyri often yield sightings. Local guides at Hotel Rjúkandi point to March as an excellent time for seal watching at Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon where the animals are frequently spotted on ice floes.

Which waterfalls are accessible in Iceland during March?

Major waterfalls including Gullfoss Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss remain accessible during March. While paths near Seljalandsfoss can be icy tour companies like Arctic Adventures provide safety gear for visitors. A traveler observation notes: "March offered spectacular views of partially frozen waterfalls especially at Gullfoss where the winter ice formations were still visible but spring melt was beginning."

Iceland Tours in March 2027

10 best Iceland trips in March 2027

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6 Day - Iceland Ring Road Small-Group Tour
4.8 (44 traveler reviews)
"The tour was very interesting and the people on our van were fun and easy going."
Nestor, traveled in February
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss,Seljaland,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Vik,Reynisdrangar Cliffs,Myrdalsjokull,Fjadrargljufur,Jokulsarlon,Hofn,Djupivogur,Egilsstadir,Borgarfjörður,Myvatn,Mount Namaskard,Dimmuborgir,Skutustadagigar,Godafoss,Akureyri,Hvitserkur,Laugarbakki,Grábrók Volcano,Hraunfossar,Borgarnes+23 more
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Iceland Escape
3.9 (8 traveler reviews)
"We were very happy with our trip and hotel. I will consider Wingbuddy for future vacation planning."
Lucie, traveled in November
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Geysir, Gullfoss, Thingvellir National Park,Keflavik+1 more
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South Iceland
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Iceland Discovery
4.7 (23 traveler reviews)
"an awesome value for my money... am planning next year already!!!!"
Sheila, traveled in June
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon, Vik, Skogafoss, Myrdalsjokull,Reynisfjara,Fludir,Geysir,Gullfoss,Thingvellir National Park+5 more
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Iceland Northern Lights & Golden Circle
4.9 (70 traveler reviews)
"For technically only 3 days of tour activities, we were able to see and experience many different things."
Jessica, traveled in November
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Dover, Gullfoss,Solheimajokull,Skogafoss,Seljaland+3 more
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Ages 12+
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5 Day - Snæfellsnes & South Coast
4.5 (163 traveler reviews) award winner
"The tour was fantastic. They were both fantastic!"
Jay, traveled in March
Duration
5 days
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Reykjavik, Arnarstapi, Djupalonssandur,Kirkjufell Mountain,Reykholt,Thingvellir National Park,Dover,Gullfoss,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Vatnajokull National Park,Jokulsarlon,Skaftafell,Fjadrargljufur+11 more
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8 Day - Iceland Ring Road Tour - Adventure Package
4.4 (128 traveler reviews)
"It was spectacular. But overall I would do it again."
Rachel, traveled in October
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss,Seljaland,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Kirkjubaejarklaustur,Myrdalsjokull,Eyjafjallajokull,Skaftafell,Vatnajokull National Park,Jokulsarlon,Djupivogur,Egilsstadir,Myvatn,Mount Namaskard,Hverfjall Volcano,Godafoss,Akureyri,Dalvik,Siglufjordur,Grábrók Volcano,Reykholt+20 more
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7 Days Self-drive | Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes and Reykjavik (Winter)
4.8 (6 traveler reviews)
"Iceland's beauty speaks for itself. THAT KIND OF SERVICE IS EVERYTHING."
Chelsea, traveled in November
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Keflavik, Blue Lagoon, Borgarnes, Snæfellsnes, Arnarstapi,Hellnar,Kirkjufell Mountain,Reykholt,Thingvellir National Park,Gullfoss,Geysir,Kerid Volcano,Hella,Hvolsvollur,Seljaland,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Solheimajokull,Myrdalsjokull,Hof,Kirkjubaejarklaustur,Jokulsarlon,Reykjavik+18 more
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Geysers, Glaciers and Waterfalls - 6-Day Self-Drive
4.9 (7 traveler reviews)
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Keflavik, Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir,Gullfoss,Fludir,Selfoss,Seljaland,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Vik,Fjadrargljufur,Kirkjubaejarklaustur,Skaftafell,Jokulsarlon,Blue Lagoon+12 more
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All Ages Welcome
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Iceland South CoastSouth Iceland+1 more
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8 Days Northern Lights Exploration – Small Group
5.0 (4 traveler reviews)
"GJ tours provided an excellent itinerary and tour director. Overall, GJ is very organized and took us to some spectacular places."
Douglas, traveled in March
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Keflavik, Reykjavik, Borgarnes, Borgarfjörður,Grábrók Volcano,Snæfellsnes,Grundarfjordur,Kirkjufell Mountain,Arnarstapi,Thingvellir National Park,Geysir,Gullfoss,Eyjafjallajokull,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Kirkjubaejarklaustur,Jokulsarlon,Hof,Vatnajokull National Park,Skaftafell,Vik,Seljaland,Blue Lagoon+19 more
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10 Days Complete Iceland Winter | Ring-Road, Snæfellsnes, Northern Lights & Roundtrip airport transfer (Group Tour)
3.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
10 days
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Keflavik, Blue Lagoon, Reykjavik,Thingvellir National Park,Geysir,Gullfoss,Seljaland,Skogafoss,Solheimajokull,Reynisfjara,Vik,Skaftafell,Jokulsarlon,Vatnajokull National Park,Egilsstadir,Dettifoss,Myvatn,Mount Namaskard,Dimmuborgir,Godafoss,Akureyri,Borgarfjörður,Snæfellsnes,Djupalonssandur,Snaefellsjokull National Park,Kirkjufell Mountain,Reykholt,Hraunfossar+25 more
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5 Days Land of Northern Lights
4.5 (176 traveler reviews)
"We had an amazing trip! We saw SO MUCH in just three days."
Grace, traveled in March
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Keflavik, Reykjavik, Blue Lagoon, Hella, Eyjafjallajokull,Seljaland,Skogar,Solheimajokull,Myrdalsjokull,Reynisfjara,Vik,Geysir,Gullfoss,Thingvellir National Park+9 more
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7 Day - Iceland Ring Road & Snæfellsnes Peninsula Small-Group Tour
4.7 (87 traveler reviews)
"Great tour. It exeded my expectations."
Tetyana, traveled in June
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7 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss,Seljaland,Skogar,Reynisfjara,Vik,Myrdalsjokull,Jokulsarlon,Fjadrargljufur,Hofn,Djupivogur,Egilsstadir,Bakkagerdi,Dettifoss,Myvatn,Dimmuborgir,Skutustadagigar,Godafoss,Akureyri,Blonduos,Hvitserkur,Laugarbakki,Hraunfossar,Reykholt,Snæfellsnes,Kirkjufell Mountain,Snaefellsjokull National Park,Djupalonssandur,Arnarstapi,Borgarnes+28 more
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5-Day Small Group Northern Lights Hunt & Glacier Lagoon Tour
4.8 (31 traveler reviews)
"Trip was perfect for my requirements."
Lorrae, traveled in January
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Vik,Fludir,Geysir,Skaftafell,Kirkjubaejarklaustur,Jokulsarlon,Selfoss,Blue Lagoon,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Seljaland+10 more
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8 Days Northern Lights Exploration
4.7 (102 traveler reviews)
"There were some very interesting places to visit."
Jean, traveled in November
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Grábrók Volcano, Hraunfossar, Reykholt,Borgarnes,Kirkjufell Mountain,Grundarfjordur,Thingvellir National Park,Geysir,Gullfoss,Hella,Eyjafjallajokull,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Kirkjubaejarklaustur,Jokulsarlon,Skaftafell,Vik,Seljaland,Blue Lagoon+16 more
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7 Day - Complete Iceland - Standard Package
4.6 (214 traveler reviews) award winner
"Iceland's landscape is brutal and beautiful in equal measure."
Amber, traveled in May
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Reykjavik, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss,Seljaland,Skogafoss,Reynisfjara,Kirkjubaejarklaustur,Skaftafell,Vatnajokull National Park,Jokulsarlon,Djupivogur,Egilsstadir,Mount Namaskard,Hverfjall Volcano,Myvatn,Akureyri,Siglufjordur,Reykholt,Borgarnes,Snaefellsjokull National Park,Arnarstapi,Hellnar,Djupalonssandur,Kirkjufell Mountain+21 more
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