Nidwalden Weather in March

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

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Emmetten Buochs Beckenried Stans

Considering a trip to Nidwalden, 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 Nidwalden in March

Nidwalden, Switzerland is a region in Switzerland. March in Nidwalden generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Emmetten.

To explore the conditions in Nidwalden, Switzerland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

March is a rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 134 mm (5.3 in) in Emmetten.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Emmetten as an example - it receives around 125 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Nidwalden by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nidwalden - and find the best time to visit. (based on Emmetten)

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April11°C (52°F) May15°C (59°F) June19°C (66°F) July21°C (70°F) This monthAugust21°C (70°F) September17°C (63°F) October12°C (54°F) November6°C (43°F) December2°C (36°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nidwalden in March

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

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 Nidwalden

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

Temperature range in Nidwalden (March)

Precipitation variation in Nidwalden (March)

Emmetten

In March Emmetten generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Emmetten →

Buochs

In March Buochs generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Buochs →

Beckenried

In March Beckenried generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Beckenried →

Stans

In March Stans generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Stans →

Stansstad

In March Stansstad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
86 hours
125 hours
144 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Stansstad →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Emmetten 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Buochs 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Beckenried 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 134 mm (5.3 in)
Stans 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Stansstad 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Hergiswil 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)

Nidwalden weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Nidwalden, Switzerland generally has less favorable weather conditions. Emmetten sees daytime temperatures near 7°C (45°F), with nights cooling to roughly -2°C (28°F).

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

Emmetten averages a daytime maximum of 7°C (45°F) in March, with overnight lows close to -2°C (28°F).

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

Nidwalden, Switzerland sees substantial snow/rainfall in March. Emmetten typically averages about 134 mm (5.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Nidwalden, Switzerland?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Nidwalden, Switzerland with often less favorable weather in Emmetten.

Generally speaking, July, August and September provide mixed weather in Emmetten.

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