March weather forecastThun, Switzerland

March

Weather in March

As winter morphs into spring in Thun, there is a marked change in weather conditions. Still draped in its winter coat, the city in March experiences a decline in snowfall to 139mm (5.47") spread across 6.7 days. A rise in temperature can be noted with a range from -3.6°C (25.5°F) to 5.1°C (41.2°F). The melting snow ushers in the spring, creating an ambiance that blends the remnants of winter with the arrival of milder spring weather.

Temperature

March in Thun brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from February's cold 1.1°C (34°F) to a still wintry 5.1°C (41.2°F). Thun registers a consistent average low-temperature of -3.6°C (25.5°F) during March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Thun is 86%.

Rainfall

In Thun, during March, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Thun, there are 197 rainfall days, and 1016mm (40") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thun are January through May, October through December. In Thun, in March, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 139mm (5.47") of snow. Throughout the year, in Thun, there are 44.2 snowfall days, and 902mm (35.51") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of March, in Thun, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:57 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Thun is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in March leads to these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

During March, Thun experiences an average high-temperature of 5.1°C (41.2°F) and a low-temperature of -3.6°C (25.5°F).

The average relative humidity in March is 86%.

In Thun, Switzerland, in March, during 15.5 rainfall days, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In March, in Thun, Switzerland, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout March, 139mm (5.47") of snow is accumulated.

The average day length in March in Thun, Switzerland, is 11h and 56min.

On the first day of March in Thun, Switzerland, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:57 CET.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Thun, Switzerland, is 6.8h.

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

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

  • Average high temperature in March: 5.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -3.6°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°C).

Average pressure in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average pressure in March: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average wind speed in March: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average humidity in March: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

Average rainfall in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall in March: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (53mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall in March: 139mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (208mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Thun, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in March
Thun, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average cloud cover in March: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and October (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in March
Thun, Switzerland

  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (7km).