Amsterdam · March
Low seasonNetherlands · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 7° (45°)0– (32–)13 (55) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)12 (54) | 10° (50°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)7– (45–)21 (70) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)14– (57–)29 (84) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)31 (88) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)28 (82) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)27 (81) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)21 (70) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 2° (36°)-5– (23–)9 (48) | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)8 (46) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 6° (43°)0– (32–)11 (52) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)15 (59) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)17 (63) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)14 (57) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)10 (50) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 3h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 7h UV 7 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 3h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 1h UV 1 |
🌧Rain Days | 9d66mm (2.6") | 7d52mm (2.0") | 7d46mm (1.8") | 5d33mm (1.3") | 7d53mm (2.1") | 7d58mm (2.3") | 8d83mm (3.3") | 9d94mm (3.7") | 8d71mm (2.8") | 10d81mm (3.2") | 10d77mm (3.0") | 10d70mm (2.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Amsterdam is on the cool side — with highs around 10°C (50°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drop to 4°C (39°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 16°C (61°F), the coldest nights around -3°C (27°F) — frost does occur. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 7 rain days (46 mm (1.8 in)), this is one of the cloudier months.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Amsterdam in March
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Amsterdam?
- March is not an optimal month for Amsterdam (Score: 41/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Amsterdam in March?
- In March, Amsterdam sees daily highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights cool to 4°C (39°F), with a daily average of 7°C (45°F). Peaks reach around 16°C (61°F), the coldest nights around -3°C (27°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Amsterdam in March?
- In March, Amsterdam receives an average of 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Amsterdam get in March?
- Amsterdam averages 5 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.