Basel weather in March (Canton of Basel-Stadt, Switzerland)
How does the weather in Basel usually fare in March? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for March in Basel includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 12°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 2°C.
Precipitation
Basel in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 16 days of rain this month.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 137 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Basel climate page with graphs.
Basel, monthly averages in March
Where to go in Switzerland in March
Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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