Lugano weather in March (Canton of Ticino, Switzerland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Lugano in March? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In March, the weather in Lugano generally includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 12°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 3°C.

Precipitation

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.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 203 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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 and which places have the best travel 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 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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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