What March feels like in Rotterdam
For Rotterdam, March is early spring on the calendar. Days are chilly rather than freezing, and walking is comfortable with a proper jacket. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Rotterdam in March
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Each rainy day adds about 4.7 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. The yearly figure is similar, around 5.4 mm per wet day. It is among the three driest months of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in March
In mid-March, sunrise is at about 6:59 am and sunset at about 6:45 pm (local time) — 11 h 46 min of daylight. Days are getting longer: 1 h 51 min more daylight than in mid-February. Measured sunshine covers about 66% of the daylight — there are plenty of bright spells.
How March compares to the rest of the year
In Rotterdam's temperature order, March sits as the 4th coolest month. Against February, the average high is 2.9°C (5.2°F) higher, with 3 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into April. April averages a high of 14°C (57.2°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.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Rotterdam in March
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 Rotterdam in March?
It feels chilly: typical highs are 10.2°C (50.4°F), with lows near 3.2°C (37.8°F).
Does it rain a lot in Rotterdam in March?
Quite a lot — 57 mm spread over about 12 days.
What should I wear in Rotterdam in March?
Pack rain protection, warm layers and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is March or April better for visiting Rotterdam?
On our 12-month climate ranking, April comes out ahead (#1 of 12 vs #8). April is warmer and has fewer rainy days.