Lahti, Finland — Weather in March 2027

Monthly climate averages for Lahti, Finland. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

Dfb Warm-Summer Continental
1.8 /10
Poor

March is a poor month in Lahti

Climate Overview

Lahti, Finland in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 1.6°C (35°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Spring. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Daily highs in March gradually rise from around 0°C (31°F) at the start to 4°C (39°F) by month's end.

Rainfall is heaviest during the middle of the month, while the last third tends to be drier.

Expect around 5.1h of sunshine at the start of March, increasing to 8.6h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 30th, averaging 4.1°C (39°F).

Compared to February, this month is about 4°C warmer with 0 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into April.

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Monthly March Averages

Temperature
2°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -9°C
Rain
9 days · 36 mm
Sunshine
6.3h / day
Humidity
82% — Very Humid
Wind
16 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (248°)
Gusts
36 km/h
Daylight
11.9 h
Cloud Cover
68%
Clear Sky Days
2.8
UV Index
2.2 — Moderate
Dew Point
-4°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
13 days · 18.5 cm
Frost Days
28 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

12°C 8°C 4°C 0°C -4°C -8°C -12°C 151015202531
High Low

Daily Precipitation

0 mm 1 mm 2 mm 3 mm 4 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 5 10 15 20 25 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:35
Daylight 11.7h
Sunset 18:19

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 2°C (35°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-3°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-8°C / -12°C
Rain
12days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
1h Poor
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
0.4 Low
Snow Days
18days
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February
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-6°C / -11°C
Rain
9days (46 mm) Wet
Sun
3h Poor
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
1 Low
Snow Days
14days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
2°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -9°C
Rain
9days (36 mm) Wet
Sun
6.3h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
2.2 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
View Details
April
Poor
Temp
7°C / -1°C
Feels Like
4°C / -5°C
Rain
9days (45 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
View Details
May
Fair
Temp
15°C / 6°C
Feels Like
12°C / 3°C
Rain
8days (45 mm) Wet
Sun
12.6h Excellent
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
5 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
View Details
June best
Good
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
19°C / 10°C
Rain
11days (68 mm) Wet
Sun
13.6h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
5.2 High
View Details
July best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 14°C
Feels Like
21°C / 13°C
Rain
13days (85 mm) Wet
Sun
12.4h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
5.1 High
View Details
August best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 13°C
Feels Like
19°C / 12°C
Rain
14days (82 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
4.2 Moderate
View Details
September best
Good
Temp
15°C / 9°C
Feels Like
13°C / 7°C
Rain
10days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
6.4h Fair
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
2.9 Moderate
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October
Poor
Temp
8°C / 4°C
Feels Like
5°C / 0°C
Rain
12days (61 mm) Wet
Sun
3.5h Poor
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
1.3 Low
Snow Days
3days
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
3°C / 0°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -4°C
Rain
11days (50 mm) Wet
Sun
1.1h Poor
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
0.5 Low
Snow Days
10days
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
-1°C / -4°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -9°C
Rain
13days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
0.5h Poor
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
0.2 Low
Snow Days
18days
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Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January -3°C / -7°C -8°C / -12°C 12days (52 mm) Wet 1h Poor 89% Very Muggy 0.4 Low Poor View Details
February -2°C / -7°C -6°C / -11°C 9days (46 mm) Wet 3h Poor 88% Very Muggy 1 Low Poor View Details
March 2°C / -5°C -3°C / -9°C 9days (36 mm) Wet 6.3h Fair 82% Humid 2.2 Moderate Poor View Details
April 7°C / -1°C 4°C / -5°C 9days (45 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 74% Muggy 3.3 Moderate Poor View Details
May 15°C / 6°C 12°C / 3°C 8days (45 mm) Wet 12.6h Excellent 64% Muggy 5 Moderate Fair View Details
June best 20°C / 12°C 19°C / 10°C 11days (68 mm) Wet 13.6h Excellent 66% Muggy 5.2 High Good View Details
July best 21°C / 14°C 21°C / 13°C 13days (85 mm) Wet 12.4h Excellent 74% Muggy 5.1 High Excellent View Details
August best 20°C / 13°C 19°C / 12°C 14days (82 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 78% Humid 4.2 Moderate Excellent View Details
September best 15°C / 9°C 13°C / 7°C 10days (58 mm) Wet 6.4h Fair 83% Humid 2.9 Moderate Good View Details
October 8°C / 4°C 5°C / 0°C 12days (61 mm) Wet 3.5h Poor 88% Very Muggy 1.3 Low Poor View Details
November 3°C / 0°C -1°C / -4°C 11days (50 mm) Wet 1.1h Poor 91% Very Muggy 0.5 Low Poor View Details
December -1°C / -4°C -5°C / -9°C 13days (58 mm) Wet 0.5h Poor 91% Very Muggy 0.2 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

March is typically poor for visiting Lahti, with average highs of 2°C (35°F) and around 9 rainy days. Lahti, Finland in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 1.6°C (35°F).
Lahti typically sees around 9 rainy days in March with 36 mm (1.4 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Lahti during March are cold, averaging -5°C (23°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 2°C (35°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F) in March, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
March is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Lahti. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Lahti during March is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Lahti gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in March, with around 6 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Lahti typically sees around 13 snow days in March with roughly 19 cm (7 in) of snowfall.

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