March weather forecast
Saint Gallen, Switzerland

The Abbey Cathedral of Saint Gall in Saint Gallen, Switzerland
The Abbey Cathedral of Saint Gall in Saint Gallen, Switzerland

March

Weather in March

March in Saint Gallen, Switzerland brings a definitive end to the harshness of winter, bringing the onset of a more temperate and comfortable atmosphere. The transitioning season can be distinguished by the noticeable rise in temperatures compared to the preceding months. The snowfall decreases significantly, reflecting an entry into the warmer half of the year. Rainfall levels begin to rise, infusing freshness into the surrounding landscapes. Visible changes in the environment, along with fluctuating weather conditions, attract tourists desiring to explore the city during its seasonal metamorphosis.

Temperature

As February gives way to March, the average high-temperature in Saint Gallen displays a slight ascent, adjusting from an icy 3.7°C (38.7°F) to a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F). Saint Gallen experiences a consistent average temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F) throughout the nights in March.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 81%.

Rainfall

In Saint Gallen, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.8 rainfall days, and 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Saint Gallen, in March, during 8 snowfall days, 177mm (6.97") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saint Gallen, there are 55.7 snowfall days, and 1345mm (52.95") 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 07:01 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:51 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Saint Gallen, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in March leads to these recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?
Saint Gallen in March has an average high-temperature of 8.3°C (46.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F).
What is the average humidity in March?
In March, the average relative humidity in Saint Gallen, Switzerland, is 81%.
How much does it rain in March?
In Saint Gallen, during March, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in March?
In Saint Gallen, in March, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 177mm (6.97") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Saint Gallen have in March?
The average day length in March is 11h and 56min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:51 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Saint Gallen have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March is 7h.
What is the UV index intensity in March?
In Saint Gallen, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average temperature in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in March: 8.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 0.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (12.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.9°C).

Average pressure in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average pressure in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average wind speed in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in March: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average humidity in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average rainfall in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in March: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (52mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average rainfall days in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average snowfall in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in March: 177mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (353mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average snowfall days in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average sunshine days in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.6 days).

Average UV index in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average UV index in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average cloud cover in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March - Saint Gallen, Switzerland
Average visibility in March
Saint Gallen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

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

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