March weather forecast
Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Bicycles parked on a bridge on river Amstel in Amsterdam, Netherlands
Bicycles parked on a bridge on river Amstel in Amsterdam, Netherlands

Weather in March

In March, the weather in Amsterdam bids farewell to snowfall, with only 3mm (0.12") recorded in the entire month. Yearning for spring, the conditions exhibit a shift towards the warmer season. The daylight hours increase significantly compared with February, Visual clarity also improves, with the average visibility reaching its yearly peak. The blossoming of Amsterdam's famed tulips paint an enchanting picture during this month, as the city moves away from winter.

Temperature

The beginning of March in Amsterdam, Netherlands, marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's 6°C (42.8°F) to a still chilly 9.4°C (48.9°F). In March, in Amsterdam, Netherlands, the average low-temperature is a wintry 3.5°C (38.3°F).

Humidity

In Amsterdam, the average relative humidity in March is 78%.

Rainfall

In Amsterdam, during March, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Amsterdam, there are 189.3 rainfall days, and 510mm (20.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Amsterdam. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Amsterdam aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. Throughout the year, in Amsterdam, there are 11 snowfall days, and 54mm (2.13") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Amsterdam, in March, the average water temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 6.5°C (43.7°F) without protection. Falling below 10°C (50°F) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of March in Amsterdam, Netherlands, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:13 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

In Amsterdam, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Amsterdam in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Amsterdam, records 9.4°C (48.9°F), while the low-temperature is 3.5°C (38.3°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Amsterdam?

In March, the average relative humidity in Amsterdam is 78%.

How many days does it rain in March in Amsterdam?

In Amsterdam, Netherlands, in March, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Amsterdam?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Amsterdam aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

How cold is the water in March in Amsterdam?

In Amsterdam, Netherlands, in March, the average water temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F). Swimming in 6.5°C (43.7°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

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

In March, the average day length in Amsterdam is 11h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Amsterdam?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:13 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Amsterdam?

In Amsterdam, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Amsterdam?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average temperature in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in March: 9.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2°C).

Average pressure in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average pressure in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average wind speed in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average humidity in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in March: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average rainfall in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in March: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average snowfall in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in March: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average sea temperature in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in March: 6.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (6.4°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8 days).

Average UV index in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average UV index in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Amsterdam, Netherlands

Average visibility in March - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September, October, November and December (9km).

Amsterdam, Netherlands

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