Canton of Schwyz Weather in March

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

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Brunnen Einsiedeln Gersau Schwyz

Are you planning a trip a to Canton of Schwyz, 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 Schwyz in March

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 5°C (41°F) in Muotathal to 10°C (50°F) in Küssnacht. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 0°C (32°F) in Küssnacht and -4°C (25°F) in Muotathal.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Schindellegi with an average of 122 mm (4.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Muotathal with 141 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Brunnen 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 Schwyz by month

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

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April11°C (52°F) May15°C (59°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September17°C (63°F) October12°C (54°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Schwyz in March

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

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 Schwyz

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

Temperature range in Canton of Schwyz (March)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Schwyz (March)

Brunnen

In March Brunnen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
149 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Brunnen →

Einsiedeln

In March Einsiedeln generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
128 mm (5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Einsiedeln →

Gersau

In March Gersau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gersau →

Schwyz

In March Schwyz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Schwyz →

Lachen

In March Lachen 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 less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
146 hours
178 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
126 mm (5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Lachen →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Brunnen 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Einsiedeln 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Gersau 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Schwyz 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Lachen 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Morschach 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)

Canton of Schwyz weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect less favorable weather across Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland in March. The popular destination of Brunnen averages 7°C (45°F) by day and -2°C (28°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Brunnen peak at roughly 7°C (45°F) in March, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland. Average snow/rainfall in Brunnen sits around 137 mm (5.4 in).

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

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Canton of Schwyz, Switzerland with often less favorable weather in Brunnen.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August and September offering mostly mixed weather in Brunnen.

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