March weather forecast
Basel, Switzerland

March marks the beginning of Basel's transition from winter to spring. The relative humidity goes down to around 70% as the temperatures rise to an average high of 11.2°C. The snowfall lessens considerably, signaling the end of the winter season. The city is treated to an increase in daylight hours, and the introduction of more sunshine is a welcome change after the long winter months.

Temperature

In March, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a frosty 6.4°C in February to a fresh 11.2°C. In Basel, the average temperature during the nights of March drops to a cold 2.5°C.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Basel, Switzerland, during March, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm of precipitation. In Basel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 843mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Basel are January through April, October through December. In March, it is snowing for 1.3 days. Throughout March, 46mm of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.1 snowfall days, and 369mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:13 CET. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 19:57 CEST.
Note: On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CET to CEST. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CEST to CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Basel is 4h.

UV index

In Basel, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.