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March in Dresden brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 65 mm (2.6 in), so pack an umbrella.
March in Dresden has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Dresden typically rise from around 6°C (43°F) at the start of March to approximately 11°C (52°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 4°C (39°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dresden spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Dresden between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Dresden in March. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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