March weather forecast
Rotterdam, Netherlands

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An old ship dock in Rotterdam, Netherlands, overlooking the Williamsburg Bridge and the famous Openlucht Binnenvaart museum
An old ship dock in Rotterdam, Netherlands, overlooking the Williamsburg Bridge and the famous Openlucht Binnenvaart museum

Weather in March

March nudges the city of Rotterdam towards Spring capturing warmer temperatures and the city sees a decline in cloud cover allowing for more sunshine hours. March marks an important transitional period with the last traces of snow melting away and a significant reduction in pressure. The city experiences only 1mm (0.04") of snowfall during only 0.6 days throughout the month. Still, the rain coat remains a valuable companion with the sky frequently opening up to showers. All said, the overall weather in March is an improvement from the winter months with an added touch of wind and higher UV index.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Rotterdam's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F) in February to a still chilly 9.9°C (49.8°F). During the month of March, an average temperature of 4°C (39.2°F) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Rotterdam is 77%.

Rainfall

In Rotterdam, during March, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rotterdam, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows in Rotterdam. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Rotterdam aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Rotterdam, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.4 days and aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of snow.

Daylight

In Rotterdam, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March in Rotterdam, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:14 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 5.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rotterdam in March?

The high-temperature, in March, in Rotterdam, records 9.9°C (49.8°F), while the low-temperature is 4°C (39.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Rotterdam?

In Rotterdam, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in March is 77%.

How much does it rain in Rotterdam in March?

In Rotterdam, in March, during 11.8 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Rotterdam?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Rotterdam. During 0.6 snowfall days, in March, Rotterdam aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rotterdam?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rotterdam?

On the first day of March in Rotterdam, sunrise is at 07:26 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 19:14 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Rotterdam?

In Rotterdam, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Rotterdam?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rotterdam, Netherlands, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average temperature in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in March: 9.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average pressure in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average wind speed in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in March: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (13.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average humidity in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average rainfall in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in March: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (9mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average snowfall in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

Average UV index in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average UV index in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in March: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in March
Rotterdam, Netherlands

Average visibility in March - Rotterdam, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, July, September, October, November and December (9km).

Rotterdam, Netherlands

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