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Lucerne Weather in March
Lucerne in March averages 10°C (50°F) during the day and 0°C (32°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Lucerne in March
Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated, with 126 mm (5 in) on average. 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 Lucerne in March
March in Lucerne sees highs of 10°C (50°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F) overnight. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights drop to 0°C (32°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Lucerne 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 Lucerne. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Lucerne Temperature in March
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
126 mm (5 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
70% *
Sunshine
125 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
47% *
* Data from: Altdorf, Switzerland (32 KM, 20 Miles).
Lucerne Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Lucerne 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 -1°C (30°F) to 2°C (36°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather records for Lucerne in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Lucerne spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Lucerne historical weather extremes in March
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Lucerne.
- Lucerne recorded its highest March temperature of 23°C (73°F) on March 29, 1989.
- On March 1, 2005, Lucerne saw its coldest March day with temperatures maxing out at -3°C (27°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was -15°C (5°F) (March 9, 1976).
Best Places in Switzerland in March
Find out more about the weather in Switzerland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Switzerland 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 Lucerne in March
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Lucerne 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. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Lucerne in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Lucerne 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Lucerne
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Popular in March
Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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1°C (34°F) Grindelwald2°C (36°F) Zermatt-1°C (30°F) Bucket list
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