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Canton of Lucerne Weather in March

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

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Lucerne Weggis Vitznau Rothenburg

Considering a trip to Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Canton of Lucerne in March

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Sörenberg to 11°C (52°F) in Sursee. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Sursee and -3°C (27°F) in Sörenberg.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Willisau with an average of 107 mm (4.2 in) to high rainfall in Beckenried with 134 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Lucerne as an example - it receives around 125 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Canton of Lucerne by month

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

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March10°C (50°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Lucerne in March

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

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 Lucerne

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

Temperature range in Canton of Lucerne (March)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Lucerne (March)

Lucerne

In March Lucerne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
126 mm (5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Weggis

In March Weggis generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
142 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Weggis →

Vitznau

In March Vitznau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Rothenburg

In March Rothenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°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
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Sursee

In March Sursee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
146 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lucerne 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Weggis 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Vitznau 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Rothenburg 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Sursee 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Sörenberg 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 126 mm (5 in)

Canton of Lucerne weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland generally has poor weather conditions. Lucerne sees daytime temperatures near 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to roughly 0°C (32°F).

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

Average temperatures in Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland during March range from a nighttime low near 0°C (32°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Lucerne.

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

Lucerne typically receives notable rainfall in March, about 126 mm (5 in) on average across Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland is in September with generally tolerable weather in Lucerne. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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