March weather forecast
Sarnen, Switzerland

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Sarnen, is a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min -5.2°C (22.6°F) and max 3.4°C (38.1°F).

Temperature

A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in March, with temperatures adjusting from a subzero cold -0.2°C (31.6°F) in February to a wintry 3.4°C (38.1°F). Sarnen in March experiences a low-temperature average of -5.2°C (22.6°F).

Humidity

February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months in Sarnen, Switzerland.

Rainfall

In Sarnen, Switzerland, during March, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. In Sarnen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.2 days and collects up to 382mm (15.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sarnen, Switzerland, are January through May, October through December. In March, in Sarnen, Switzerland, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout March, 127mm (5") of snow is accumulated. In Sarnen, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.3 days and aggregates up to 753mm (29.65") of snow.

Daylight

In Sarnen, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of March, in Sarnen, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:55 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Sarnen is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sarnen is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is March cold in Sarnen?
The high-temperature, in March, in Sarnen, is 3.4°C (38.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to -5.2°C (22.6°F).
What are the most humid months in Sarnen?
The months with the highest humidity in Sarnen, Switzerland, are February and March, with an average relative humidity of 89%.
What is the average humidity in March in Sarnen?
The average relative humidity in March in Sarnen is 89%.
How many days does it rain in March in Sarnen?
In Sarnen, Switzerland, in March, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Sarnen in March?
In Sarnen, Switzerland, in March, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 127mm (5") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Sarnen have in March?
In Sarnen, Switzerland, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Sarnen?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:55 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Sarnen have in March?
The average sunshine duration in March in Sarnen, Switzerland, is 6.6h.
What is the UV index reading in March in Sarnen?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Sarnen is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in March: 3.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-8.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in March: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Sarnen, 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 and August (80%).

Average rainfall in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in March: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in March: 127mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (192mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 8.5 days

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

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

Average UV index in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in March: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in March
Sarnen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in March
Sarnen, 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).

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