Östergötland Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Östergötland, Sweden in March.

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Norrköping Linköping Motala Torpa

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

What to Expect in Östergötland in March

Östergötland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. March in Östergötland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 6°C (43°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Norrköping.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Östergötland, Sweden, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Norrköping with an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Ödeshög with 41 mm (1.6 in). In Norrköping, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Norrköping receives about 108 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Östergötland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Östergötland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Norrköping)

January2°C (36°F) February2°C (36°F) March6°C (43°F) April11°C (52°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October11°C (52°F) November6°C (43°F) December3°C (37°F)
Best Time to Visit Östergötland →

Best Places to Visit in Östergötland in March

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

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 Östergötland

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Östergötland, Sweden?

Temperature range in Östergötland (March)

Precipitation variation in Östergötland (March)

Norrköping

In March Norrköping generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
108 hours
158 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Norrköping →

Linköping

In March Linköping generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
108 hours
158 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Linköping →

Motala

In March Motala generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
108 hours
158 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Motala →

Torpa

In March Torpa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
108 hours
158 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Torpa →

Vadstena

In March Vadstena generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
108 hours
158 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Vadstena →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Norrköping 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Linköping 6°C (43°F) -2°C (28°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Motala 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Torpa 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Vadstena 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Sankt Anna 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)

Östergötland weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Östergötland, Sweden in March?

Expect poor weather across Östergötland, Sweden in March. The popular destination of Norrköping averages 6°C (43°F) by day and -2°C (28°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Östergötland, Sweden in March?

Daytime temperatures in Norrköping peak at roughly 6°C (43°F) in March, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does Östergötland, Sweden get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Östergötland, Sweden. Norrköping averages only about 34 mm (1.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Östergötland, Sweden?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Norrköping, March may not be the ideal time to visit Östergötland, Sweden.

On average, the best time to visit Östergötland, Sweden is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Norrköping. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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