March weather forecast
Montreux, Switzerland

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Weather in March

March brings significant changes in weather conditions to Montreux. The highest temperature increases to a slightly milder 4.5°C (40.1°F) delineating a shift from the winter chill observed in February. Despite the modest increase in temperature, snowfall decreases, indicating a dynamic shift in the city's weather patterns. As winter snow slowly evolves into early spring rain, Montreux begins to awaken from its chilly hibernation. The partial shift in weather signals the onset of vibrant hues, bringing a different kind of beauty to Montreux.

Temperature

With the start of March, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from February's 0.8°C (33.4°F) to a still wintry 4.5°C (40.1°F). Montreux records an average low of -3.2°C (26.2°F) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

Rainfall

In March, in Montreux, the rain falls for 16.8 days. Throughout March, 103mm (4.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Montreux, there are 215.6 rainfall days, and 1219mm (47.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Montreux, in March, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 78mm (3.07") of snow. Throughout the year, in Montreux, there are 31.1 snowfall days, and 561mm (22.09") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Montreux is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:00 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Montreux. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during March translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Montreux in March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Montreux, is 4.5°C (40.1°F), while the average low-temperature is -3.2°C (26.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Montreux?

The average relative humidity in March in Montreux is 86%.

How many days does it rain in March in Montreux?

In Montreux, during March, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Montreux?

In March, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout March, 78mm (3.07") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Montreux?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Montreux?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, in Montreux, Switzerland, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:00 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Montreux?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Montreux?

January through March, November and 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 Montreux?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Montreux, Switzerland, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average temperature in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in March: 4.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -3.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7.1°C).

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Average pressure in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average pressure in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average wind speed in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7km/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).

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Average humidity in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average humidity in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average rainfall in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in March: 103mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (54mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (13.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average snowfall in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in March: 78mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (148mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Montreux, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 9.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Montreux, Switzerland

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Montreux, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in March - Montreux, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March, May and December (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in March
Montreux, Switzerland

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

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

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