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Affoltern Weather in March

With daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F), March in Affoltern brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 102 mm (4 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Affoltern in March

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 15 days of rain, averaging 102 mm (4 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Affoltern in March

Expect highs of 12°C (54°F) in Affoltern in March, with nights dropping to around 2°C (36°F). The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Affoltern in March

The city usually sees around 146 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

Wind Speed in Affoltern in March

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during March. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Affoltern. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Affoltern Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm (4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 146 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 42% *  
* Data from: Zürich, Switzerland (14 KM, 8 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in March

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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).

What to Wear in Affoltern in March

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in March, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Affoltern in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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