Lugano weather in March (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

What can you expect from the weather in Lugano during March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In March, Lugano generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 12°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C.

Lugano in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 203 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lugano climate page with graphs.

 

Lugano, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 55% *  

Sunshine 203 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 60% *  

* Data from: Locarno, Switzerland (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in Switzerland in March

Find out more about the weather in Switzerland in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Lugano in March?

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 in March.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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