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Upper Austria Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Upper Austria, Austria in March.

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Planning a journey to Upper Austria, Austria this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Upper Austria in March

Upper Austria, Austria is a region in Austria. March in Upper Austria generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Obertraun to 11°C (52°F) in Bad Schallerbach. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Bad Schallerbach and -4°C (25°F) in Obertraun.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rainbach im Mühlkreis with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in St. Wolfgang with 147 mm (5.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. St. Wolfgang receives about 118 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Upper Austria in March

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

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 Upper Austria

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Upper Austria, Austria?

Temperature range in Upper Austria (March)

Precipitation variation in Upper Austria (March)

St. Wolfgang

In March St. Wolfgang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
118 hours
140 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
124 mm (4.9 in)
147 mm (5.8 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in St. Wolfgang →

Gosau

In March Gosau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and high 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
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
146 hours
151 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Gosau →

Sankt Gilgen

In March Sankt Gilgen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
118 hours
140 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sankt Gilgen →

Bad Goisern

In March Bad Goisern generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high 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
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
118 hours
140 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bad Goisern →

Linz

In March Linz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
92 hours
118 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Linz →

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In our records: Austria March extremes

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hallstatt 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
St. Wolfgang 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)
Gosau 6°C (43°F) -4°C (25°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
Sankt Gilgen 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Bad Goisern 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Linz 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)

Upper Austria weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Upper Austria, Austria in March?

March in Upper Austria, Austria brings poor weather. In St. Wolfgang, daytime temperatures are typically around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

What is the average temperature in Upper Austria, Austria in March?

Daytime temperatures in St. Wolfgang peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in March, dropping to about -2°C (28°F) overnight.

Does Upper Austria, Austria get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Upper Austria, Austria sees substantial snow/rainfall in March. St. Wolfgang typically averages about 147 mm (5.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Upper Austria, Austria?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Upper Austria, Austria due to the typically poor weather in St. Wolfgang.

On average, the best time to visit Upper Austria, Austria is in August and September with generally tolerable weather in St. Wolfgang. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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