March weather forecastZagreb, Croatia

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March

Weather in March

As winter gradually recedes, March brings with it milder temperatures, highlighting the arrival of Spring. The city records an average maximum temperature of 11.9°C (53.4°F), a significant departure from February's cooler climate. March ushers in more rain, contributing to the city's natural beauty. As the city transitions to April, an even more pleasant weather pattern evolves, characterized by higher temperatures and a longer duration of daylight. March, with its warming weather and blooming flowers, paints a vibrant picture of Zagreb.

Temperature

The beginning of March in Zagreb signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 6.8°C (44.2°F) in February to a fresh 11.9°C (53.4°F). Throughout March, an average nighttime temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F) is experienced.

Humidity

In Zagreb, the average relative humidity in March is 70.3%.

Rainfall

In Zagreb, in March, during 11 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Zagreb, Croatia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.6 days and collects up to 840mm (33.07") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, snow falls for 1.8 days. In Zagreb, during the entire year, snow falls for 29 days.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Zagreb is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:23 CET.

Sunshine

In Zagreb, the average sunshine in March is 4.6h.

UV index

In Zagreb, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In March, in Zagreb, the average high-temperature is 11.9°C (53.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.6°C (34.9°F).

In Zagreb, Croatia, the average relative humidity in March is 70.3%.

In Zagreb, Croatia, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation.

In Zagreb, Croatia, during March, snow falls for 1.8 days.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, in Zagreb, Croatia, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:23 CET.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

6.8°C

11.9°C

16.3°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

9.4

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Zagreb, Croatia

Average high temperature in March: 11.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.7°C).

Average low temperature in March: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3°C).

Average humidity in March
Zagreb, Croatia

Average humidity in March: 70.3%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84.8%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67.5%).

Average rainfall in March
Zagreb, Croatia

Average rainfall in March: 52.6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (95.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (38.9mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Zagreb, Croatia

Average rainfall days in March: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

Average snowfall days in March
Zagreb, Croatia

Average snowfall days in March: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Zagreb, Croatia

Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

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

Average sunshine in March: 4h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average UV index in March
Zagreb, Croatia

Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).