March weather forecast
Saanen, Switzerland

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Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an icy month in Saanen, Switzerland, with an average temperature varying between -5.3°C (22.5°F) and 3.5°C (38.3°F).

Temperature

Saanen observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of March, adjusting from February's freezing cold -0.3°C (31.5°F) to a wintry 3.5°C (38.3°F). Saanen's nighttime temperature during March is consistently averaged at a freezing cold -5.3°C (22.5°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Saanen, Switzerland, are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Saanen, in March, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 86 rainfall days, and 404mm (15.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Saanen. In Saanen, Switzerland, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 203mm (7.99") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 977mm (38.46") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:58 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 3, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | Resources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Saanen in March?

The high-temperature in Saanen during March is 3.5°C (38.3°F) and the low-temperature is -5.3°C (22.5°F).

What is the most humid month in Saanen?

The months with the highest humidity in Saanen are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in March in Saanen?

The average relative humidity in March is 89%.

How much does it rain in Saanen in March?

In March, in Saanen, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout March, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in March in Saanen?

In Saanen, in March, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 203mm (7.99") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Saanen?

In Saanen, Switzerland, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Saanen?

On the first day of March in Saanen, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:58 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Saanen have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.4h.

How high is the UV index in March in Saanen?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Saanen, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average temperature in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in March: 3.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-0.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).

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Average pressure in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average pressure in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average wind speed in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average humidity in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in March: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (79%).

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Average rainfall in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average rainfall in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in March: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average snowfall in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in March: 203mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (236mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average UV index in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in March
Saanen, Switzerland

Average visibility in March - Saanen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in March: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and September (7km).

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