March could be a good time to visit Stockholm, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +4°C, and there are typically 6 sunny days in March. However, expect about 9 snowy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 19 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+4°C
Avg. max. temperature
-19°C
Min.
+17°C
Max.
12 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Stockholm has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Stockholm in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Stockholm for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +3°C with a maximum of +12°C and a minimum of -11°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +7°C to +2°C.
Is Stockholm warm or cold in March?
Stockholm is typically cool in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from 0°C to +4°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from -5°C to -2°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 Stockholm:
Water temperature in Stockholm in March
Water in Stockholm in March is Cold. It varies from -1°C to +2°C, with an average of +1°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +4°C.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Stockholm are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +19°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +1°C.
Can you swim in Stockholm in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Stockholm in March, the water is very cold (+1°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 Stockholm in March
Stockholm weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
0°C
+4°C
+9°C
Min. temperature
-24°C
-19°C
-9°C
Max. temperature
+12°C
+17°C
+24°C
Rainfall
9 mm
12 mm
24 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+1°C
+1°C
+2°C
Humidity
83%
76%
69%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1011 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
3
6
7
Cloudy days
13
12
10
Rainy days
3
4
10
Snowy days
9
9
4
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from 0°C to +4°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 9 mm to 12 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 83% to 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 3 to 6.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Stockholm in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Stockholm is gradually increasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Stockholm based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 45 mm, with a 26% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Stockholm wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in Stockholm based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The total snow in March is about 40 mm, with a 23% chance of snow on a typical day.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Stockholm?
This is the weather in Stockholm in March 2023:
1 March
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+7°C
2 March
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+7°C
3 March
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+5°C
4 March
☀️
+2°C
5 March
☁️
+1°C
6 March
☁️
-1°C
7 March
☀️
-1°C
8 March
🌨️
-2°C
9 March
🌨️
0°C
10 March
🌨️
+2°C
11 March
☁️
-1°C
12 March
☀️
+1°C
13 March
☁️
+6°C
14 March
🌧️
+6°C
15 March
☀️
+4°C
16 March
☀️
+4°C
17 March
☀️
+4°C
18 March
🌧️
+4°C
19 March
☁️
+7°C
20 March
🌧️
+7°C
21 March
☀️
+6°C
22 March
🌧️
+10°C
23 March
☀️
+12°C
24 March
☁️
+8°C
25 March
🌨️
+2°C
26 March
☁️
+1°C
27 March
🌨️
-3°C
28 March
🌨️
0°C
29 March
🌨️
0°C
30 March
☁️
0°C
31 March
☀️
+2°C
In March 2023 Stockholm had 12 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +3°C, with an absolute maximum of +12°C and a minimum of -3°C. The average humidity was 81%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 44%. 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 Stockholm climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Stockholm in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+7°C) and the highest in 2020 (+12°C). The driest year was 2018 with only 313 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 835 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Stockholm in March:
Is March a good time to visit Stockholm?
It’s always a good time to visit Stockholm, 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 Stockholm in March?
Not really, March is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Stockholm in March?
Swimming in Stockholm in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Stockholm rainy in March?
Stockholm is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Stockholm in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Stockholm 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 Stockholm, 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.