Early spring · Weather & things to do
Lucerne in March
Lucerne warms up: highs climb to 50°F (10°C), from 42°F in February, with lows of 35°F (2°C) and about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 57/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 50°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 35°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (95 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Afternoons only reach about 50°F (10°C), so plan on a warm jacket.
Nights cool to an average low of 35°F (2°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (95 mm).
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are September.
- Comfort improves from 44/100 in February to 57/100.
- Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 50°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Lucerne in March
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
Swiss Museum of Transport
Large museum of trains, planes and boats on the lakeshore.
Why now Our curated notes list it for "rainy day", which suits a wetter month.
Lion Monument
Dying lion carved into rock to honor Swiss Guards killed in 1792.
Old Swiss House
Restaurant near the Lion Monument known for tableside Wiener schnitzel.
Rathaus Brauerei
Brewpub under arcades on the river, with house beers and Swiss food.
Lake Lucerne Navigation Company
Historic paddle-steamer and motor boats across Lake Lucerne.
Nearby in March
- Zurich in March~25 mi · highs 49°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Andermatt in March~33 mi · highs 31°F, 3.4 in rain or snow · 10°C (18°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Interlaken in March~33 mi · highs 47°F, 3.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Zermatt in March~76 mi · highs 35°F, 2.5 in rain or snow · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~938 m to Lucerne's ~439 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Lucerne in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Lucerne?
It's middling, scoring 57/100. The best months are September, at up to 82. Expect highs of 50°F (10°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain. Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lucerne in March?
Average highs are 50°F (10°C) and average lows 35°F (2°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lucerne in March?
Some: about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.6 in (1362 mm).
What should I pack for Lucerne in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 50°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Lucerne in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.