In Germany, March represents the bridge from winter to spring. At lower altitudes, the first flowers are blooming and nature is slowly waking up from its hibernation. In the low mountain ranges and parts of eastern Germany, on the other hand, you often still feel like it’s winter. Spring usually comes first in the southwest. On average, March can boast a temperature of 3.6 degrees. But night frosts are just as possible as short-term values of up to 20 °C.
Like the other winter months, March is also a dry month with 49 mm. Occasional snow showers can still occur in the lowlands; however, a continuously closed snow cover is no longer to be expected, even at higher altitudes.
The number of sunshine hours increases rapidly in March. 130 – 140 hours are now the norm. After the mountainous areas enjoyed sunshine from October to February, the lowlands and flatlands are preferred from now on.
Average temperature in Germany in March
Highest average temperature in March: 7.4 °C, in the Lower Rhine Valley in south-western North Rhine-Westphalia
Mean average temperature for Germany in March: 3.6 °C
Lowest average temperature in Germany in March: -8.3 °C, in the region around the Zugspitze in southern Bavaria, on the border with Austria
Highest temperature in Germany in March
Maximum monthly high temperature in Germany in March: 11.4 °C, in the Lower Rhine Valley in south-western North Rhine-Westphalia
Average high temperature in March: 7.6 °C
Lowest value for the monthly maximum temperature in March: -5.7 °C, in the region around the Zugspitze in southern Bavaria, on the border with Austria
Night temperature in Germany in March
Highest monthly night-time temperature in March: 3.6 °C, in the Lower Rhine Valley in western North Rhine-Westphalia, on the border with the Netherlands
Average night temperature for Germany in March: -2.5 °C
Lowest monthly night temperature in Germany in March: -10.8 °C, in the region around the Zugspitze in southern Bavaria, on the border with Austria
Precipitation in Germany in March
Highest precipitation in March: 148 mm, in the Black Forest in southwestern Baden-Württemberg
Average rain in March: 49 mm
Lowest rainfall in March: 26 mm, in southern Saxony-Anhalt. It hardly ever rains in eastern Brandenburg on the border with Poland.
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About the Author: Elle Johnson, travel writer living in Germany, an avid explorer fueled by wanderlust, uncovers Germany's hidden treasures. From mountains to luxury hotels, spontaneous trips to meticulous planning, she embraces diverse experiences. Join her in unraveling Germany's wonders and creating lifelong memories.
