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IJmuiden Weather in March

March in IJmuiden brings low temperatures around 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 62 mm (2.4 in) for the month.

Rainfall in IJmuiden in March

Typically, about 18 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in IJmuiden in March

Daytime highs in IJmuiden in March reach 9°C (48°F), with nights around 4°C (39°F). Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Average water temperature in March

The water temperature is only 6°C (43°F) this month — cold enough that most people will want to stay out. Hardy swimmers may manage a quick dip, but it won't be comfortable.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit IJmuiden. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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IJmuiden Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 6°C (43°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
* Data from: Zandvoort, the Netherlands (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Best Places in the Netherlands in March

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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).

What to Wear in IJmuiden in March

Cold weather calls for smart layering in March. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 6°C (43°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water.

What To Do in IJmuiden in March

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

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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