March weather forecast
Kriens, Switzerland

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Weather in March

As March makes its appearance on the calendar in Kriens, the onset of spring begins to thaw the winter landscape. A marked decrease in snowfall, down to 91mm (3.58"), signals a transition towards the season of rejuvenation. The city's greenery begins to reappear, replacing the icy-white canvas of the past months. Visitors and residents can soon anticipate blooming flowers and brighter, longer days. Nevertheless, March still retains a nip in the air, reminding one of the passing winter.

Temperature

Kriens's transition into March is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a cold 2.8°C (37°F) in February to a chilly 7°C (44.6°F). During March, Kriens records a consistent average nighttime temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Kriens, in March, during 15.4 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kriens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 186.8 days and collects up to 981mm (38.62") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In March, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout March, 91mm (3.58") of snow is accumulated. In Kriens, Switzerland, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.5 days and aggregates up to 692mm (27.24") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in Kriens, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:55 CET.

Sunshine

In Kriens, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kriens are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kriens during March?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Kriens, is 7°C (44.6°F), while the average low-temperature is -1.3°C (29.7°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Kriens?

In March, the average relative humidity in Kriens is 84%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kriens?

In Kriens, in March, during 15.4 rainfall days, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kriens in March?

In Kriens, Switzerland, in March, during 6.3 snowfall days, 91mm (3.58") of snow is typically accumulated.

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

In Kriens, Switzerland, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Kriens?

On the first day of March in Kriens, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:55 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Kriens?

The average sunshine duration in March in Kriens, Switzerland, is 7.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kriens?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kriens, Switzerland, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Kriens?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Kriens is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average temperature in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in March: 7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.9°C).

Average pressure in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average pressure in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average wind speed in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in March: 7.9km/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 (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average humidity in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in March: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average rainfall in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in March: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (52mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average rainfall days in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average snowfall in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in March: 91mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (169mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average snowfall days in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average sunshine days in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in March: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average UV index in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in March: 2

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

Average cloud cover in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average cloud cover in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in March: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in March
Kriens, Switzerland

Average visibility in March - Kriens, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

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

Kriens, Switzerland

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