March weather forecast
Maastricht, Netherlands

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Weather in March

Harboring the dawn of spring, March in Maastricht begins to see rising temperatures and a notable decline in snowfall. The increase in daylight hours pairs well with the warmer weather and decreasing humidity. A unique characteristic of this month is the distinct decrease in snowfall to just 9mm (0.35"), signaling the end of the winter season. With the onset of spring, the city starts to burst with blooms, transforming the white canvas into a bed of colors. All the while, winds begin to pick up pacing towards April.

Temperature

March's arrival is noted with a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 5.9°C (42.6°F) in February to a fresh 10.1°C (50.2°F). Maastricht experiences a steady low-temperature of 2.9°C (37.2°F) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Maastricht, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Maastricht, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173 days and collects up to 456mm (17.95") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Maastricht aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Maastricht, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.6 days and aggregates up to 132mm (5.2") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March in Maastricht, Netherlands, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:08 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Maastricht is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March translates into these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Maastricht in March?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Maastricht, Netherlands, during March are 10.1°C (50.2°F) and 2.9°C (37.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Maastricht?

In March, the average relative humidity in Maastricht, Netherlands, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in March in Maastricht?

In Maastricht, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Maastricht?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Maastricht, Netherlands. During 1.9 snowfall days, in March, Maastricht aggregates 9mm (0.35") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Maastricht have in March?

In March, the average day length in Maastricht is 11h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Maastricht?

On the first day of March in Maastricht, Netherlands, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:08 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Maastricht?

In Maastricht, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Maastricht?

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

Average temperature in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in March: 10.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

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Average pressure in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average pressure in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average wind speed in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in March: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average humidity in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average rainfall in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in March: 43mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and December (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average snowfall in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in March: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (46mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average UV index in March - Maastricht, 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).

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Average cloud cover in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in March - Maastricht, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in March: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in March
Maastricht, Netherlands

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

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

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