March weather forecast
Heidelberg, Germany

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Weather in March

Setting the stage for spring, the weather in Heidelberg begins to thaw in March. The city bids goodbye to winter, diving headfirst into a warmer climate than the earlier months. In a noticeable expansion of daylight hours, the city welcomes longer days, highlighting a tell-tale sign of spring. March tops the temperature at a comfortable 10.8°C (51.4°F) during the warmest hours. This is the month that Heidelberg fully blooms, trading the snow-capped scenery of January and February for fresh blossoms.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Heidelberg experiences a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a wintry 5.6°C (42.1°F) in February to a cool 10.8°C (51.4°F). The average low-temperature, in March, is a cold 2.8°C (37°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Heidelberg, Germany, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Heidelberg, during March, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. In Heidelberg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 434mm (17.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Heidelberg. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Heidelberg aggregates 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Heidelberg, there are 15.5 snowfall days, and 116mm (4.57") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Heidelberg, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March in Heidelberg, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:55 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Heidelberg is 6.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Heidelberg is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in March interprets into the following advice:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Heidelberg?

The high-temperature, in March, in Heidelberg, records 10.8°C (51.4°F), while the low-temperature is 2.8°C (37°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Heidelberg?

The average relative humidity in March in Heidelberg, Germany, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in March in Heidelberg?

In Heidelberg, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Heidelberg?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Heidelberg. During 1.2 snowfall days, in March, Heidelberg aggregates 6mm (0.24") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Heidelberg have in March?

In Heidelberg, Germany, the average day length in March is 11h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Heidelberg?

On the first day of March in Heidelberg, Germany, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:55 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Heidelberg?

In Heidelberg, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.7h.

How high is the UV index in March in Heidelberg?

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average temperature in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average high temperature in March: 10.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average pressure in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average wind speed in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average humidity in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average rainfall in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average rainfall in March: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average rainfall days in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average snowfall in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average snowfall in March: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (44mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average snowfall days in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average sunshine days in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average UV index in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average UV index in March: 3

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

Average cloud cover in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average cloud cover in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in March: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in March
Heidelberg, Germany

Average visibility in March - Heidelberg, Germany
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

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

Heidelberg, Germany

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