Västra Götaland Weather in March

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

Planning a journey to Västra Götaland, Sweden 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 Västra Götaland in March

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Otterbäcken to 7°C (45°F) in Mölndal. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Mölndal and -2°C (28°F) in Otterbäcken.

For specific regional insights in Västra Götaland, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Töreboda with an average of 37 mm (1.5 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Ängasjö with 58 mm (2.3 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Gothenburg typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Gothenburg, you can expect around 168 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Västra Götaland by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Västra Götaland in March

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

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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 Västra Götaland

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

Temperature range in Västra Götaland (March)

Precipitation variation in Västra Götaland (March)

Gothenburg

In March Gothenburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
168 hours
212 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Lysekil

In March Lysekil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
168 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Ljungskile

In March Ljungskile generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
168 hours
212 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Fjällbacka

In March Fjällbacka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
168 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Sundsandvik

In March Sundsandvik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
168 hours
212 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
51 mm (2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gothenburg 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Lysekil 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Ljungskile 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Fjällbacka 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Sundsandvik 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Kungshamn 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 51 mm (2 in)

Västra Götaland weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Västra Götaland, Sweden in March?

March in Västra Götaland, Sweden brings poor weather. In Gothenburg, daytime temperatures are typically around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in Västra Götaland, Sweden in March?

Average temperatures in Västra Götaland, Sweden during March range from a nighttime low near -1°C (30°F) to a daytime high around 7°C (45°F) in Gothenburg.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Västra Götaland, Sweden during March, with Gothenburg averaging close to 53 mm (2.1 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Västra Götaland, Sweden?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Västra Götaland, Sweden due to the typically poor weather in Gothenburg.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Gothenburg. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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