Geneva weather in March (Canton of Geneva, Switzerland)
What's the typical weather in Geneva for March? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
In March, Geneva usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 12°C. But by evening, they drop to around 1°C.
Precipitation
Geneva in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. This is the driest month of the year. Typically around 15 days days of rainfall are expected.Average sunshine
Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 162 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Geneva. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Geneva climate page with graphs.
Geneva, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
1°C
Max Temperature
12°C
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
119 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
68%
Sunshine
162 hours
Percentage Sunshine
50%
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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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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