March weather forecastGstaad, Switzerland
March
Weather in March
March marks the transition from the frigid winter to milder spring climate. Snowfall sees a hike to an average of 203mm (7.99"), the highest in the year bringing with it a last huzzah for the skiing season. This month sees a noticeable spike in rainfall to 39mm (1.54"), the third-highest in the year; a tell-tale sign that winter is soon to end. As March progresses, the temperature slowly starts to rise, melting the remnants of winter and preparing the land for the onset of spring. The increase in daylight hours further signals the coming change.Temperature
March introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's freezing cold -0.3°C (31.5°F) to a cold 3.5°C (38.3°F). The average low-temperature during March nights is a freezing cold -5.3°C (22.5°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Gstaad are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
In Gstaad, during March, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. In Gstaad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86 days and collects up to 404mm (15.91") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout March, 203mm (7.99") of snow is accumulated. In Gstaad, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.6 days and aggregates up to 977mm (38.46") of snow.Daylight
In Gstaad, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:58 CET.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
In Gstaad, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in March translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in March: 3.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-0.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -5.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).
Average pressure in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average pressure in March: 1016.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in March: 8.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average humidity in March: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and October (79%).
Average rainfall in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in March: 39mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in March: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).
Average snowfall in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in March: 203mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (236mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in March: 6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in March: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).
Average UV index in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average UV index in March: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in March: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Gstaad, Switzerland
- Average visibility in March: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May and September (7km).
