March weather forecastBasel, Switzerland

The Rhine River passing through the city of Basel in Switzerland, with a view of the red stone Munster Cathedral building

March

Weather in March

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 (52.2°F). 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

The transition from February to March brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a frosty 6.4°C (43.5°F) to a cool 11.2°C (52.2°F). Basel encounters a steady low-temperature average of 2.5°C (36.5°F) throughout the month of March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout March, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In Basel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.4 days and collects up to 843mm (33.19") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Basel are January through April, October through December. In Basel, Switzerland, in March, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 46mm (1.81") of snow. Throughout the year, in Basel, there are 11.1 snowfall days, and 369mm (14.53") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Basel is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of March, in Basel, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:58 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

In Basel, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during March leads to these instructions:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Basel, is 11.2°C (52.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 2.5°C (36.5°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 70%.

In Basel, Switzerland, in March, during 9.8 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Basel, in March, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 46mm (1.81") of snow.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, in Basel, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:58 CET.

The average sunshine duration in March is 4h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat 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

6.4°C

11.2°C

15.2°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Basel, Switzerland

Average high temperature in March: 11.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.5°C).

Average low temperature in March: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.1°C).

Average humidity in March
Basel, Switzerland

Average humidity in March: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Basel, Switzerland

Average rainfall in March: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Basel, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in March: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in March
Basel, Switzerland

Average snowfall in March: 46mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (115mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Basel, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Basel, Switzerland

Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine in March: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average UV index in March
Basel, Switzerland

Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).