March weather forecastZermatt, Switzerland
March
Weather in March
March heralds a subtle transition from the peak winter conditions of the previous months. The temperature begins to rise, and the snowfall reduces to 401mm (15.79") from February's records. The onset of spring is still some way off, but subtle changes in the weather pattern can be felt. The increased daylight hours lend a slightly warmer feel to the day even as the nights remain noticeably cold. As the month progresses, the frequency of snowstorms lessens, unveiling the rugged mountain terrain under the melting snow.Temperature
A minimal variation is noted in Zermatt's average high-temperature at the onset of March, reaching a still subzero cold -2°C (28.4°F) from February's -4.6°C (23.7°F). Throughout March, Zermatt registers a consistent average low-temperature of -9.9°C (14.2°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Zermatt are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 92%.Rainfall
In March, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout March, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.2 rainfall days, and 991mm (39.02") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall in Zermatt. In Zermatt, in March, during 19.2 snowfall days, 401mm (15.79") of snow is typically accumulated. In Zermatt, Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 113.3 days and aggregates up to 3425mm (134.84") of snow.Daylight
In Zermatt, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.On the first day of March in Zermatt, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:56 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in March in Zermatt is 4.5h.UV index
January through May, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In March, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average high temperature in March: -2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -9.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.5°C).
Average pressure in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average pressure in March: 1016.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average wind speed in March: 9.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4km/h).
Average humidity in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average humidity in March: 92%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (82%).
Average rainfall in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average rainfall in March: 54mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (137mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (30mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average rainfall days in March: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average snowfall in March: 401mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (867mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (1mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average snowfall days in March: 19.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (19.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
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: 4h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average sunshine days in March: 10.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.6 days).
Average UV index in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average cloud cover in March: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 46).
Average visibility in March
Zermatt, Switzerland
- Average visibility in March: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are July and August (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May and November (6km).
