When to go · Andorra
Andorra in March
Good month. Longer, sunnier ski days; 14 March is Constitution Day.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Crowds
- Medium
- Andorra
- Prices
- Medium
- Andorra
Verdict
Longer, sunnier ski days; 14 March is Constitution Day.
Is another month better than March?
March is rated good. These months rate higher:
- JuneGreatHiking opens up; wildflowers; high passes may still hold snow early in the month.
- JulyGreatHiking and mountain biking season; afternoon storms; parish festivals.
- AugustGreatBusiest summer month with Spanish and French holidaymakers; start hikes early.
- SeptemberGreatClear, stable weather; National Day on 8 September closes shops.
Weather in March
- Valleys (1,000–1,500 m) · Andorra la Vella, Escaldes, La Massana, Encampcool
Cold, sunny winters with some snow in town; warm summer days and cool nights. Afternoon thunderstorms in July–August.
- High mountains (2,000 m+) · Grandvalira, Ordino Arcalís, Coma Pedrosacool
Ski season roughly early December to April; high trails clear of snow from late June. Lightning on ridges in summer afternoons.
- Andorra la Vella12 °C (54 °F) / 1 °C (34 °F), 8 rain days54 °F (12 °C) / 34 °F (1 °C), 8 rain days
- Arinsal12 °C (54 °F) / 2 °C (36 °F), 7 rain days54 °F (12 °C) / 36 °F (2 °C), 7 rain days
- Canillo12 °C (54 °F) / 3 °C (37 °F), 8 rain days54 °F (12 °C) / 37 °F (3 °C), 8 rain days
- Encamp12 °C (54 °F) / 3 °C (37 °F), 6 rain days54 °F (12 °C) / 37 °F (3 °C), 6 rain days
- La Massana11 °C (52 °F) / 1 °C (34 °F), 9 rain days52 °F (11 °C) / 34 °F (1 °C), 9 rain days
- Ordino11 °C (52 °F) / 2 °C (36 °F), 7 rain days52 °F (11 °C) / 36 °F (2 °C), 7 rain days
- Pal11 °C (52 °F) / 1 °C (34 °F), 9 rain days52 °F (11 °C) / 34 °F (1 °C), 9 rain days
- Pas de la Casa12 °C (54 °F) / 2 °C (36 °F), 9 rain days54 °F (12 °C) / 36 °F (2 °C), 9 rain days
- Sant Julia de Loria13 °C (55 °F) / 1 °C (34 °F), 8 rain days55 °F (13 °C) / 34 °F (1 °C), 8 rain days
- Soldeu12 °C (54 °F) / 2 °C (36 °F), 7 rain days54 °F (12 °C) / 36 °F (2 °C), 7 rain days
Festivals and holidays
Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.
Carnival
Carnival (Feb/Mar)
Parades in the parishes.
Constitution Day
14 Mar
Public holiday; some shops closed.
Easter
Easter
Late-season ski crowds from Spain and France.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Andorra
- Medium
- Prices · Andorra
- Medium
Compare two months
Weather, crowds and prices for any two months in Andorra, side by side.
Verdict
Mar: Good
Jun: Great (better)
Crowds
Mar: Medium
Jun: Low
Prices
Mar: Medium
Jun: Medium
Festivals listed
Mar: 3
Jun: 0
March: Longer, sunnier ski days; 14 March is Constitution Day.
June: Hiking opens up; wildflowers; high passes may still hold snow early in the month.
Andorra: figures are long-term averages from this guide, not a forecast.
What to pack
- Layers: a fleece or light jacket
Where to go in March
Rated best or good this month
Spring skiing; milder in town.
Best months: Dec–Mar (ski), Jun–Sep (hiking)
Best months: Dec–Mar (ski), Jun–Sep (hiking)
Best months: Jun–Sep for hiking; Dec–Mar for skiing
Best months: Jan–Mar (ski), Dec–Apr (snow) and Jun–Aug (shopping)
Best months: Jan–Mar (ski season peak)