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Limburg Weather in March

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

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

What to Expect in Limburg in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Maastricht.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Venray with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Vaals with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Maastricht gets around 137 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.

Explore Limburg by month

Best Places to Visit in Limburg in March

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

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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 Limburg

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

Temperature range in Limburg (March)

Precipitation variation in Limburg (March)

Maastricht

In March Maastricht generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
137 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Valkenburg

In March Valkenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
137 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Roggel

In March Roggel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
74 hours
118 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Stramproy

In March Stramproy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
74 hours
118 hours
164 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Brunssum

In March Brunssum generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
137 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Maastricht 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Valkenburg 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Roggel 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Stramproy 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Brunssum 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Mechelen 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Limburg weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Limburg, the Netherlands typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Maastricht average around 12°C (54°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

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

Maastricht averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

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

March is on the drier side in Limburg, the Netherlands. Maastricht averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

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

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Maastricht, March may not be the ideal time to visit Limburg, the Netherlands.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Maastricht. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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