March weather forecast
Ascona, Switzerland

March

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is still a cold month in Ascona, Switzerland, with an average temperature fluctuating between -2.3°C (27.9°F) and 5.6°C (42.1°F).

Temperature

The shift from February to March sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 2°C (35.6°F) to a still wintry 5.6°C (42.1°F). During March, the nighttime temperature averages to a subzero cold -2.3°C (27.9°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Ascona, Switzerland, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ascona, Switzerland, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation. In Ascona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.8 days and collects up to 1253mm (49.33") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 278mm (10.94") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ascona, there are 63.5 snowfall days, and 1500mm (59.06") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ascona, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:52 CET.

Sunshine

In Ascona, the average sunshine in March is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during March translates into the following guidance:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during March?
In March, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 5.6°C (42.1°F) and -2.3°C (27.9°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in March?
The average relative humidity in March in Ascona is 81%.
How many days does it rain in March in Ascona?
In Ascona, in March, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 71mm (2.8") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in March?
In Ascona, Switzerland, in March, during 11.2 snowfall days, 278mm (10.94") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in March?
In Ascona, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:52 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Ascona have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in March?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average temperature in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in March: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.9°C).

Average pressure in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average pressure in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average wind speed in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average humidity in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average rainfall in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in March: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (45mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average snowfall in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in March: 278mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (334mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (3.1 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in March - Ascona, Switzerland
Average visibility in March
Ascona, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September, October and November (8km).

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