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Slovenia Weather in March

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

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Ljubljana Bled Portorož Kranjska Gora

Planning a getaway to Slovenia this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Slovenia in March

March in Slovenia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Rateče at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Čatež ob Savi at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Čatež ob Savi and -2°C (28°F) in Rateče.

For a closer look at conditions across Slovenia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Šalovci with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to high rainfall in Ilirska Bistrica with 127 mm (5 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Ljubljana as an example - it receives around 148 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Slovenia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Slovenia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Ljubljana)

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April16°C (61°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August26°C (79°F) September21°C (70°F) October16°C (61°F) November10°C (50°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Slovenia in March

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Slovenia

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

Temperature range in Slovenia (March)

Precipitation variation in Slovenia (March)

Ljubljana

In March Ljubljana generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
112 hours
148 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ljubljana →

Bled

In March Bled generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
169 hours
183 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Bled →

Portorož

In March Portorož generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
173 hours
197 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Portorož →

Kranjska Gora

In March Kranjska Gora generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
141 hours
149 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kranjska Gora →

Bohinj

In March Bohinj generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
141 hours
169 hours
183 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ljubljana 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Bled 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Portorož 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Kranjska Gora 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Moravske-Toplice 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Koper 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Slovenia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Slovenia in March?

Expect unpleasant weather across Slovenia in March. The popular destination of Ljubljana averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Slovenia in March?

Ljubljana averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

Does Slovenia get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Slovenia. Ljubljana averages only about 81 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Slovenia?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Slovenia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Ljubljana.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Ljubljana. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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