Month spring
Iceland in March
Iceland in March
March is shoulder season — late winter but with rapidly returning daylight, lingering ice caves, and the equinox aurora window.
Key facts
- Avg high
- 4°C
- Avg low
- -2°C
- Daylight
- 10–13 h
- Season
- spring
A great-value month — significant daylight, lingering winter atmosphere, lower prices than December–February.
Book early
- Ice cave tours (early March only)
What to pack
- Warm waterproof coat
- Layers
- Waterproof boots
Things to avoid
- Late-month ice cave booking (some caves close)
Frequently asked questions
Are ice cave tours still possible in March?
Early March, yes; by late March many natural caves close as temperatures rise. Operators move to man-made tunnels (Katla, Langjökull).
When does spring arrive in Iceland?
Slowly. April is when you'll feel it. March is still functionally winter, just with longer days.