What March feels like in Vienna
In Vienna, March brings early spring. Days are chilly rather than freezing, and walking is comfortable with a proper jacket. Once the sun goes down the air changes: nights are cold. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Vienna in March
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 4, with dry spells in between. Each rainy day adds about 4.9 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Vienna's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 5.8 mm). It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in March
Mid-month, Vienna gets 11 h 48 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:10 am to sunset near 5:58 pm. The days are stretching out — 1 h 37 min more daylight than mid-February. About 69% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How March compares to the rest of the year
In Vienna's temperature order, March sits as the 5th coolest month. Afternoons run 4.7°C (8.5°F) warmer than in February, with 7 mm more rain. April continues the upward trend. April averages a high of 16.4°C (61.5°F).
Who March suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
Tips for visiting Vienna in March
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Warm Layers
Insulated layers and warm shoes for the cold hours.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Vienna in March?
Expect around 11°C (51.8°F) in the afternoon and 1.8°C (35.2°F) at night, which most visitors would call chilly.
Does it rain a lot in Vienna in March?
Quite a lot — 39 mm spread over about 8 days.
What should I wear in Vienna in March?
Based on the averages: versatile layers, rain protection, warm layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is March or April better for visiting Vienna?
On our 12-month climate ranking, April comes out ahead (#3 of 12 vs #8). April is warmer and has more rainy days.