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Canton of Zurich Weather in March

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

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Zürich Winterthur Glattbrugg Kloten

Considering a trip to Canton of Zurich, 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 Zurich in March

Canton of Zurich, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. March in Canton of Zurich generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 9°C (48°F) in Wald to 12°C (54°F) in Regensdorf. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Regensdorf and 0°C (32°F) in Wald.

To explore the conditions in Canton of Zurich, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Eglisau with an average of 85 mm (3.3 in) to high rainfall in Wald with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Zürich typically sees 146 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Canton of Zurich by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February7°C (45°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June23°C (73°F) This monthJuly25°C (77°F) August25°C (77°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Canton of Zurich in March

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

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 Zurich

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

Temperature range in Canton of Zurich (March)

Precipitation variation in Canton of Zurich (March)

Zürich

In March Zürich generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
146 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Zürich →

Winterthur

In March Winterthur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
146 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Winterthur →

Glattbrugg

In March Glattbrugg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
146 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Glattbrugg →

Kloten

In March Kloten generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
146 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kloten →

Wädenswil

In March Wädenswil 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)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
146 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 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 Zurich in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zürich 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Winterthur 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Glattbrugg 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Kloten 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Wädenswil 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Horgen 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)

Canton of Zurich weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Canton of Zurich, Switzerland generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Zürich sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 2°C (36°F).

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

In Zürich, the average daytime high in March is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Canton of Zurich, Switzerland during March, with Zürich averaging close to 96 mm (3.8 in).

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Canton of Zurich, Switzerland is in May, June, July, August and September with generally pleasant weather in Zürich. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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