Early spring · Weather & things to do
Zurich in March
Zurich warms up: highs climb to 49°F (10°C), from 40°F in February, with lows of 34°F (1°C) and about 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 57/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 49°F (10°C)
- Avg low
- 34°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 3.6 in (91 mm)
- Humidity
- 82%
- Cloud cover
- 67%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 57/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Cool days top out near 49°F (10°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 34°F (1°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.6 in (91 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are September.
- Comfort improves from 42/100 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 49°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Zurich in March
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Lindenhof
Tree-shaded hill on a Roman fort site, overlooking the Limmat and Old Town.
Uetliberg
Zurich's hill, reached by S-Bahn, with views of the city, lake and Alps.
Grossmünster
Twin-towered church where the Reformation began in Zurich; climb the Karl tower.
Frau Gerolds Garten
Summer garden bar built from shipping containers in Zurich West.
Lake Zurich Boat Cruise
ZSG boat cruises from Bürkliplatz; short and long lake loops.
Nearby in March
- Lucerne in March~25 mi · highs 50°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Andermatt in March~53 mi · highs 31°F, 3.4 in rain or snow · 10°C (18°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Interlaken in March~57 mi · highs 47°F, 3.5 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Colmar in March~74 mi · highs 53°F, 2.2 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~567 m to Zurich's ~408 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.
Zurich in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Zurich?
It's middling, scoring 57/100. The best months are September, at up to 82. Expect highs of 49°F (10°C) and 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain. Our Swiss Lakes by Rail route recommends May – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Zurich in March?
Average highs are 49°F (10°C) and average lows 34°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Zurich in March?
Some: about 3.6 in (91 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 51.6 in (1311 mm).
What should I pack for Zurich in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 49°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Zurich in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.