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Canton of Geneva Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland in March.

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Geneva Bellevue Versoix

Are you planning a trip a to Canton of Geneva, Switzerland in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Canton of Geneva in March

Canton of Geneva, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. March in Canton of Geneva generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Geneva.

For specific regional insights in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

March is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 119 mm (4.7 in) in Geneva. In Geneva, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Geneva gets approximately 162 hours of sunlight in March, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore Canton of Geneva by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Canton of Geneva — and find the best time to visit. (based on Geneva)

January6°C (43°F) February7°C (45°F) March12°C (54°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November10°C (50°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Geneva in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Canton of Geneva.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Canton of Geneva

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland?

Temperature range in Canton of Geneva (March)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Geneva (March)

Geneva

In March Geneva generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
162 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Bellevue

In March Bellevue generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
162 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
117 mm (4.6 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Versoix

In March Versoix generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
162 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Canton of Geneva in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Geneva 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Bellevue 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Versoix 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)

Canton of Geneva weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland in March?

Expect poor weather across Canton of Geneva, Switzerland in March. The popular destination of Geneva averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland in March?

Daytime temperatures in Geneva peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in March, dropping to about 1°C (34°F) overnight.

Does Canton of Geneva, Switzerland get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. Average rainfall in Geneva sits around 119 mm (4.7 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Canton of Geneva, Switzerland?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Geneva, Switzerland with often poor weather in Geneva.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide pleasant weather in Geneva. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Canton of Geneva.

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