St. Moritz

Engadine Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Engadine, Switzerland in March.

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St. Moritz Pontresina Scuol Silvaplana

Planning a trip to the Engadine, Switzerland this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Engadine in March

The Engadine, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. March in the Engadine generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) in St. Moritz. March is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

For specific regional insights in the Engadine, Switzerland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Pontresina with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Sent with 88 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. St. Moritz typically sees 149 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.

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Best Places to Visit in the Engadine in March

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

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 the Engadine

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

Temperature range in the Engadine (March)

Precipitation variation in the Engadine (March)

St. Moritz

In March St. Moritz generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
149 hours
152 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in St. Moritz →

Pontresina

In March Pontresina generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
149 hours
152 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pontresina →

Scuol

In March Scuol generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
156 hours
153 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Scuol →

Silvaplana

In March Silvaplana generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
149 hours
152 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Silvaplana →

Celerina

In March Celerina generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
149 hours
152 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Celerina →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
St. Moritz 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Pontresina 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Scuol 1°C (34°F) -9°C (16°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Silvaplana 1°C (34°F) -8°C (18°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Celerina 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Samedan 0°C (32°F) -9°C (16°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

The Engadine weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Engadine, Switzerland in March?

Expect poor weather across the Engadine, Switzerland in March. The popular destination of St. Moritz averages 0°C (32°F) by day and -9°C (16°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Engadine, Switzerland in March?

Average temperatures in the Engadine, Switzerland during March range from a nighttime low near -9°C (16°F) to a daytime high around 0°C (32°F) in St. Moritz.

Does the Engadine, Switzerland get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in the Engadine, Switzerland. St. Moritz averages only about 80 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Engadine, Switzerland?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in St. Moritz, March may not be the ideal time to visit the Engadine, Switzerland.

On average, the best time to visit the Engadine, Switzerland is in July and August with generally unpleasant weather in St. Moritz.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in the Engadine.

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