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Leipzig Weather in March

Leipzig in March averages 10°C (50°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Leipzig in March

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 13 days with rain, averaging 55 mm (2.2 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Leipzig in March

Temperatures in Leipzig in March top out at 10°C (50°F) and drop to 2°C (36°F) overnight. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Leipzig in March

The city usually sees around 125 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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

Leipzig Temperature in March

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
43%
Precipitation
55 mm (2.2 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
77%
Sunshine
125 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Daily Historical Temperatures

46-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Leipzig typically rise from around 7°C (45°F) at the start of March to approximately 12°C (54°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 0°C (32°F) to 4°C (39°F).

Average temperatures in March

Historical weather records for Leipzig in March

Browse day-by-day weather records for Leipzig spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Leipzig historical weather extremes in March

Based on 29 years of weather observations in Leipzig between 1997 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.

  • Leipzig recorded its highest March temperature of 24°C (75°F) on March 31, 2017.
  • The lowest daytime temperature in March was -4°C (25°F), recorded on March 11, 2013.
  • The coldest night in March in Leipzig was on March 2, 2018, with a minimum of -12°C (10°F).

Best Places in Germany 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 Leipzig in March

The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Leipzig in March

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

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