If you plan to visit Gothenburg in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +5°C during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 8 rainy days in the month and around 41 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+5°C
Avg. max. temperature
-18°C
Min.
+18°C
Max.
41 mm
Total precipitation
79%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gothenburg has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Gothenburg in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gothenburg for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +10°C during the day to a minimum of -10°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +5°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +7°C to +2°C.
Is Gothenburg warm or cold in March?
Gothenburg is typically cool in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +2°C to +5°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from -2°C to -1°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Gothenburg:
Water temperature in Gothenburg in March
Water in Gothenburg in March is Cold. It varies from 0°C to +5°C, with an average of +3°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +5°C.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Gothenburg are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +19°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +3°C.
Can you swim in Gothenburg in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Gothenburg in March, the water is very cold (+3°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Gothenburg in March
Gothenburg weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+2°C
+5°C
+10°C
Min. temperature
-21°C
-18°C
-7°C
Max. temperature
+11°C
+18°C
+27°C
Rainfall
39 mm
41 mm
46 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+3°C
+3°C
+7°C
Humidity
84%
79%
71%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
5
7
10
Cloudy days
10
9
5
Rainy days
6
8
12
Snowy days
7
7
2
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +2°C to +5°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 39 mm to 41 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 84% to 79%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 5 to 7.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Gothenburg in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Gothenburg is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Gothenburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 45% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 72 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 17 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Gothenburg wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 106 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 21% chance of precipitation and 39 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in Gothenburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of snow on an average day in March, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 34 mm.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Gothenburg?
This is the weather in Gothenburg in March 2023:
1 March
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+7°C
2 March
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+9°C
3 March
☀️
+7°C
4 March
☀️
+5°C
5 March
☀️
+4°C
6 March
☀️
+3°C
7 March
🌨️
-1°C
8 March
☀️
+3°C
9 March
☀️
+1°C
10 March
☁️
0°C
11 March
☀️
+3°C
12 March
☀️
+3°C
13 March
🌧️
+6°C
14 March
☀️
+6°C
15 March
☁️
+6°C
16 March
☀️
+6°C
17 March
🌧️
+5°C
18 March
🌫️
+7°C
19 March
🌫️
+10°C
20 March
🌫️
+8°C
21 March
🌧️
+10°C
22 March
🌧️
+7°C
23 March
🌧️
+9°C
24 March
☁️
+9°C
25 March
🌧️
+8°C
26 March
🌨️
+1°C
27 March
☀️
+5°C
28 March
☀️
+5°C
29 March
🌧️
+4°C
30 March
🌧️
+3°C
31 March
🌨️
+2°C
In March 2023 Gothenburg had 14 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +5°C, with an absolute maximum of +10°C and a minimum of -1°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 34%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Gothenburg climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Gothenburg in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+8°C) and the highest in 2020 (+13°C). The driest year was 1996 with only 526 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 1351 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gothenburg in March:
Is March a good time to visit Gothenburg?
It’s always a good time to visit Gothenburg, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Gothenburg in March?
Not really, March is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Gothenburg in March?
Swimming in Gothenburg in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Gothenburg rainy in March?
Gothenburg is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Gothenburg in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gothenburg in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gothenburg, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
