Hessen Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hessen, Germany in March.

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Frankfurt/Main Willingen Kassel Medebach

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

What to Expect in Hessen in March

Hessen, Germany is a region in Germany. March in Hessen generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Willingen at 9°C (48°F) to mild in Lampertheim at 12°C (54°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Lampertheim and 1°C (34°F) in Willingen.

For a closer look at conditions across Hessen, Germany, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Friedberg with an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Schutzbach with 89 mm (3.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Frankfurt/Main gets around 123 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Hessen in March

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

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 Hessen

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Hessen, Germany?

Temperature range in Hessen (March)

Precipitation variation in Hessen (March)

Frankfurt/Main

In March Frankfurt/Main 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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
123 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Frankfurt/Main →

Willingen

In March Willingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly 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)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
110 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Willingen →

Kassel

In March Kassel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate 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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
110 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Kassel →

Medebach

In March Medebach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly 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)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
110 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Medebach →

Frankenau

In March Frankenau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly 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)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
110 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Frankenau →

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

In our records: Germany March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Germany in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Germany brought 258 mm (10 in) in Flensburg on March 18, 1981.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Frankfurt/Main 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Willingen 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Kassel 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Medebach 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Frankenau 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Wiesbaden 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Hessen weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hessen, Germany in March?

Expect unpleasant weather across Hessen, Germany in March. The popular destination of Frankfurt/Main averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Hessen, Germany in March?

Average temperatures in Hessen, Germany during March range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 11°C (52°F) in Frankfurt/Main.

Does Hessen, Germany get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Hessen, Germany during March, with Frankfurt/Main averaging close to 58 mm (2.3 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Hessen, Germany?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Hessen, Germany with often unpleasant weather in Frankfurt/Main.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Frankfurt/Main. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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