Drenthe Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Drenthe, the Netherlands in March.

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Westerbork IJhorst Dwingeloo Exloo

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

What to Expect in Drenthe in March

Drenthe, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. March in Drenthe generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Westerbork.

To explore the conditions in Drenthe, the Netherlands in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Eelderwolde with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Coevorden with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Westerbork receives around 98 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Best Places to Visit in Drenthe in March

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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 Drenthe

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Drenthe, the Netherlands?

Temperature range in Drenthe (March)

Precipitation variation in Drenthe (March)

Westerbork

In March Westerbork 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 (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
98 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Westerbork →

IJhorst

In March IJhorst 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 (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
98 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in IJhorst →

Dwingeloo

In March Dwingeloo 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 (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
98 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Dwingeloo →

Exloo

In March Exloo 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 (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
98 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Exloo →

Meppen

In March Meppen 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 (34°F)
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
98 hours
148 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Meppen →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Drenthe, in the Netherlands.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Drenthe in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Westerbork 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
IJhorst 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Dwingeloo 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Exloo 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Meppen 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Norg 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)

Drenthe weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Drenthe, the Netherlands in March?

Drenthe, the Netherlands typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Westerbork average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Drenthe, the Netherlands in March?

Westerbork averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

Does Drenthe, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Drenthe, the Netherlands. Westerbork averages only about 60 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Drenthe, the Netherlands?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Drenthe, the Netherlands with often unpleasant weather in Westerbork.

On average, the best time to visit Drenthe, the Netherlands is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Westerbork. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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