What March feels like in Antwerp
Early spring arrives in Antwerp with March. The daytime air has a chill to it, though it is rarely bitter. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cold and the temperature hardly changes after dark. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Antwerp in March
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 5 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. The yearly figure is similar, around 5.5 mm per wet day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in March
Mid-month, Antwerp gets 11 h 46 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:59 am to sunset near 6:45 pm. Days are getting longer: 1 h 48 min more daylight than in mid-February. The sun is out for roughly 64% of those daylight hours, so there are plenty of bright spells.
How March compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, March comes out as the 5th coolest month in Antwerp. Afternoons run 3.1°C (5.6°F) warmer than in February, with 1 mm less rain. Temperatures keep climbing into April. April averages a high of 14.8°C (58.6°F).
Who March suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
Tips for visiting Antwerp in March
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Antwerp in March?
It feels chilly: typical highs are 10.7°C (51.3°F), with lows near 3.2°C (37.8°F).
Does it rain a lot in Antwerp in March?
Quite a lot — 60 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Antwerp in March?
Based on the averages: rain protection, warm layers and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is March or April better for visiting Antwerp?
April, clearly: it ranks #2 of 12 among Antwerp's months, against #8 for the other. April is warmer and has fewer rainy days.