Czech Republic

Czech Republic Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Czech Republic in March.

Thinking about venturing to Czech Republic this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Czech Republic in March

March in Czech Republic generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Horní Malá Úpa to 11°C (52°F) in Valtice. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Valtice and -3°C (27°F) in Horní Malá Úpa.

To explore the conditions in Czech Republic in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pohořelice with an average of 41 mm (1.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Modrava with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Prague typically sees 125 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Czech Republic by month

Best Places to Visit in Czech Republic in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Czech Republic.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Czech Republic

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Czech Republic?

Temperature range in Czech Republic (March)

Precipitation variation in Czech Republic (March)

Prague

In March Prague generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
74 hours
125 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Karlovy Vary

In March Karlovy Vary generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
107 hours
142 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Brno

In March Brno generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
82 hours
139 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Český Krumlov

In March Český Krumlov generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
111 hours
158 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Harrachov

In March Harrachov generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Czech Republic in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Prague 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Karlovy Vary 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Brno 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Český Krumlov 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Špindlerův Mlýn 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Ostrava 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)

Czech Republic weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Czech Republic in March?

March in Czech Republic brings poor weather. In Prague, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Czech Republic in March?

Prague averages a daytime maximum of 10°C (50°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

Does Czech Republic get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Prague averages just 50 mm (2 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Czech Republic.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Czech Republic?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Prague, March may not be the ideal time to visit Czech Republic.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Prague. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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