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Strasbourg in March
Strasbourg warms up: highs climb to 53°F (11°C), from 44°F in February, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 67/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 53°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 2.0 in (51 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 67/100 · Good
What March feels like
It's cool, with highs near 53°F (11°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 34°F (1°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.0 in (51 mm) for the month.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are April – September.
- Comfort improves from 50/100 in February to 67/100.
- Our Colmar, Kaysersberg & Strasbourg route is planned for Late Nov – Dec 24, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 53°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Strasbourg in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Christkindelsmärik
The original market, held since 1570, fills Place Broglie behind a lit gateway.
Grand Sapin, Place Kléber
A Vosges fir of around 30 metres stands on the main square, with the Village du Partage charity stalls beside it.
Why now March scores 67/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Chez Yvonne
A classic winstub on rue du Sanglier with red-checked tables, tarte flambée and Alsace pinot noir.
Pâtisserie Christian
Pastry shop and tearoom on rue Mercière, steps from the cathedral, with bredele biscuits and stollen in December.
Maison Kammerzell
Restaurant in the carved 15th-century house on the cathedral square, known for its fish choucroute.
Nearby in March
- Colmar in March~39 mi · highs 53°F, 2.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Zurich in March~91 mi · highs 49°F, 3.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Rüdesheim in March~97 mi · highs 50°F, 2.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Lucerne in March~109 mi · highs 50°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Strasbourg in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Strasbourg?
It's middling, scoring 67/100. The best months are April – September, at up to 88. Expect highs of 53°F (11°C) and 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain.
How cold is Strasbourg in March?
Average highs are 53°F (11°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Strasbourg in March?
Not much: about 2.0 in (51 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 29.8 in (758 mm).
What should I pack for Strasbourg in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 53°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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Planning Strasbourg in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.