Berlin · March
Low seasonGermany · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 4° (39°)12° (54°) | 6° (43°)12° (54°) | 10° (50°)18° (64°) | 16° (61°)23° (73°) | 20° (68°)29° (84°) | 24° (75°)31° (88°) | 26° (79°)33° (91°) | 25° (77°)33° (91°) | 21° (70°)29° (84°) | 15° (59°)22° (72°) | 9° (48°)16° (61°) | 5° (41°)12° (54°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | -1° (30°)-10° (14°) | 0° (32°)-8° (18°) | 1° (34°)-5° (23°) | 5° (41°)-2° (28°) | 9° (48°)2° (36°) | 14° (57°)7° (45°) | 15° (59°)9° (48°) | 15° (59°)9° (48°) | 11° (52°)4° (39°) | 7° (45°)0° (32°) | 4° (39°)-4° (25°) | 1° (34°)-6° (21°) |
☀️Sunshine | 2h UV 1 | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 8h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 |
🌧Rain Days | 6d36mm (1.4") | 4d26mm (1.0") | 5d26mm (1.0") | 3d21mm (0.8") | 4d34mm (1.3") | 5d45mm (1.8") | 6d63mm (2.5") | 5d40mm (1.6") | 4d33mm (1.3") | 5d36mm (1.4") | 5d35mm (1.4") | 6d37mm (1.5") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Berlin 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 1°C (34°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around -5°C (23°F) — frost does occur. With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (26 mm (1.0 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 Berlin in March
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Berlin?
- March is not an optimal month for Berlin (Score: 44/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Berlin in March?
- In March, Berlin sees daily highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights cool to 1°C (34°F), with a daily average of 6°C (43°F). Peaks reach around 18°C (64°F), the coldest nights around -5°C (23°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Berlin in March?
- In March, Berlin receives an average of 26 mm (1.0 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Berlin get in March?
- Berlin averages 5 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.