Zermatt weather in March (Canton of Valais, Switzerland)
Planning a trip to Zermatt in March? This guide provides all the details you need.
In March, Zermatt generally has very low temperatures and high snowfall. Daytime temperatures hover around -1°C, while nights can cool down to about -10°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Zermatt in March usually receives high snowfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days of snowfall is expected.
The area enjoys a balanced 137 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Zermatt. August generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Zermatt climate page with graphs.
Zermatt, monthly averages in March
Where to go in Switzerland in March
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So, what should you wear in Zermatt in March?
Visitors traveling to Zermatt should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.
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