March could be a good time to visit Tromso, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +34°F, and there are typically 3 sunny days in March. However, expect about 16 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 55 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+34°F
Avg. max. temperature
-11°F
Min.
+50°F
Max.
48 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tromso has OK weather in March.
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Average temperature in Tromso in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tromso for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +30°F with a maximum of +39°F and a minimum of +7°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +39°F to +34°F.
Is Tromso warm or cold in March?
Tromso is typically chill in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +28°F to +34°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +18°F to +23°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Tromso:
Water temperature in Tromso in March
Water in Tromso in March is Cold. It varies from +37°F to +42°F, with an average of +40°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +34°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Tromso are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +52°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +40°F.
Can you swim in Tromso in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Tromso in March, the water is very cold (+40°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Tromso in March
Tromso weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+28°F
+34°F
+39°F
Min. temperature
-20°F
-11°F
+3°F
Max. temperature
+48°F
+50°F
+63°F
Rainfall
47 mm
48 mm
60 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+40°F
+40°F
+40°F
Humidity
78%
76%
74%
Air pressure
1003 HPa
1005 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
4
3
4
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
2
3
7
Snowy days
16
16
12
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +28°F to +34°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 47 mm to 48 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 78% to 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 4 sunny days in February to 3 in March.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Tromso in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Tromso is gradually increasing during March, going from 6 m/s to 8 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Tromso based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 15 mm, with a 3% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.Tromso is amazing in March with as little as 1 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Tromso wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 128 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 47 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in Tromso based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in March is about 70 mm, with a 48% chance of snow on a typical day.
March is one of the snowiest months in Tromso.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Tromso?
This is the weather in Tromso in March 2023:
1 March
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+39°F
2 March
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+35°F
3 March
🌨️
+34°F
4 March
☀️
+29°F
5 March
🌨️
+27°F
6 March
🌨️
+25°F
7 March
☀️
+21°F
8 March
🌨️
+23°F
9 March
🌨️
+29°F
10 March
🌨️
+27°F
11 March
🌨️
+29°F
12 March
🌨️
+32°F
13 March
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+30°F
14 March
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+30°F
15 March
🌨️
+32°F
16 March
🌨️
+29°F
17 March
☀️
+31°F
18 March
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+31°F
19 March
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+35°F
20 March
🌨️
+37°F
21 March
🌨️
+32°F
22 March
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+26°F
23 March
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+23°F
24 March
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+26°F
25 March
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+29°F
26 March
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+29°F
27 March
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+29°F
28 March
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+30°F
29 March
☀️
+31°F
30 March
🌨️
+32°F
31 March
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+34°F
In March 2023 Tromso had 12 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°F, with an absolute maximum of +39°F and a minimum of +21°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Tromso climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Tromso in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+39°F) and the highest in 1990 (+46°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 614 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1352 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tromso in March:
Is March a good time to visit Tromso?
It’s always a good time to visit Tromso, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Tromso in March?
Not really, March is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Tromso in March?
Swimming in Tromso in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Tromso rainy in March?
Tromso is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Tromso in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Tromso in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tromso, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
