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Horw Weather in March

March in Horw brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 0°C (32°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 130 mm (5.1 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Horw in March

Historically, March sees about 16 days of rain, with a monthly average of 130 mm (5.1 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Horw in March

Temperatures in Horw in March top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 0°C (32°F) overnight. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Horw in March

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 125 hours of sunlight expected. This means a decent mix of sun and overcast.

March in Horw has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Horw Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 0°C (32°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 130 mm (5.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
SunshineSunshine 125 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 47% *  
* Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Best Places in Switzerland in March

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Horw in March

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Horw in March. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Horw in March

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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