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March is a poor month in Linköping

Climate Overview

Linköping, Sweden in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 5.8°C (42°F).

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

Daily highs in March gradually rise from around 4°C (39°F) at the start to 8°C (46°F) by month's end.

March sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 37 mm across the month.

Expect around 5.4h of sunshine at the start of March, increasing to 8.0h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 26th, averaging 8.4°C (47°F).

Compared to February, this month is about 4°C warmer with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into April.

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Monthly March Averages

Temperature
6°C / -1°C
Feels Like
2°C / -5°C
Rain
8 days · 36 mm
Sunshine
6.7h / day
Humidity
78% — Humid
Wind
18 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (251°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
11.9 h
Cloud Cover
64%
Clear Sky Days
3.7
UV Index
2.5 — Moderate
Dew Point
-1°C — Dry
Moon Phase
First Quarter · 46%
Snow Days
7 days · 9.9 cm
Frost Days
20 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 06:16
Daylight 11.7h
Sunset 18:00

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 6°C (42°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

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

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

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
1°C / -3°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -7°C
Rain
10days (46 mm) Wet
Sun
2.1h Poor
Humidity
88% Very Muggy
UV
0.6 Low
Snow Days
11days
February
Poor
Temp
2°C / -3°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -7°C
Rain
9days (33 mm) Wet
Sun
4.2h Fair
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
1.2 Low
Snow Days
9days
March
Poor
Temp
6°C / -1°C
Feels Like
2°C / -5°C
Rain
8days (36 mm) Wet
Sun
6.7h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
2.5 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
April
Fair
Temp
11°C / 2°C
Feels Like
7°C / -2°C
Rain
8days (34 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
3.7 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
May best
Good
Temp
17°C / 7°C
Feels Like
14°C / 4°C
Rain
9days (45 mm) Wet
Sun
12.3h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
5.1 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 12°C
Feels Like
20°C / 11°C
Rain
9days (53 mm) Wet
Sun
13.4h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
21°C / 13°C
Rain
10days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
5.3 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 13°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
12days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
4.4 Moderate
September best
Good
Temp
17°C / 11°C
Feels Like
15°C / 9°C
Rain
9days (53 mm) Wet
Sun
7.8h Good
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
3.3 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
11°C / 6°C
Feels Like
8°C / 3°C
Rain
11days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
4.5h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
1.6 Low
November
Poor
Temp
5°C / 2°C
Feels Like
2°C / -2°C
Rain
9days (40 mm) Wet
Sun
2.2h Poor
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
0.7 Low
Snow Days
4days
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -1°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -5°C
Rain
11days (42 mm) Wet
Sun
1.3h Poor
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
0.4 Low
Snow Days
8days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 1°C / -3°C -3°C / -7°C 10days (46 mm) Wet 2.1h Poor 88% Very Muggy 0.6 Low Poor View Details
February 2°C / -3°C -2°C / -7°C 9days (33 mm) Wet 4.2h Fair 84% Humid 1.2 Low Poor View Details
March 6°C / -1°C 2°C / -5°C 8days (36 mm) Wet 6.7h Fair 78% Humid 2.5 Moderate Poor View Details
April 11°C / 2°C 7°C / -2°C 8days (34 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 69% Muggy 3.7 Moderate Fair View Details
May best 17°C / 7°C 14°C / 4°C 9days (45 mm) Wet 12.3h Excellent 65% Muggy 5.1 High Good View Details
June best 22°C / 12°C 20°C / 11°C 9days (53 mm) Wet 13.4h Excellent 65% Muggy 5.6 High Excellent View Details
July best 22°C / 14°C 21°C / 13°C 10days (74 mm) Wet 12.8h Excellent 70% Muggy 5.3 High Excellent View Details
August best 21°C / 13°C 20°C / 12°C 12days (78 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 75% Muggy 4.4 Moderate Excellent View Details
September best 17°C / 11°C 15°C / 9°C 9days (53 mm) Wet 7.8h Good 81% Humid 3.3 Moderate Good View Details
October 11°C / 6°C 8°C / 3°C 11days (67 mm) Wet 4.5h Fair 86% Very Muggy 1.6 Low Fair View Details
November 5°C / 2°C 2°C / -2°C 9days (40 mm) Wet 2.2h Poor 90% Very Muggy 0.7 Low Poor View Details
December 3°C / -1°C -1°C / -5°C 11days (42 mm) Wet 1.3h Poor 91% Very Muggy 0.4 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 Linköping, with average highs of 6°C (42°F) and around 8 rainy days. Linköping, Sweden in March has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 5.8°C (42°F).
Linköping typically sees around 8 rainy days in March with 36 mm (1.4 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Linköping during March are cold, averaging -1°C (30°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 6°C (42°F) and lows of -1°C (30°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 Linköping. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Linköping during March is 3 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Linköping gets approximately 12 hours of daylight per day in March, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Linköping typically sees around 7 snow days in March with roughly 10 cm (4 in) of snowfall.

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