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Alphen Weather in March

March in Alphen sees daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. With around 63 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Alphen in March

Historically, the month has about 17 days of rain, averaging 63 mm (2.5 in) in total. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Alphen in March

Alphen in March gets highs of 12°C (54°F) during the day and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Alphen in March

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 136 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Wind Speed in Alphen in March

March has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Alphen.

Alphen Temperature in March

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
79% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
136 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
36% *
* Data from: Gilze-Rijen, the Netherlands (9 KM, 5 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Alphen 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Alphen in March

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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