Vienna

What’s the weather like in Vienna in March?

The Alpine climate of the Austrian capital warms up a lot this month compared to February and January. The Vienna weather in March is still cold and with some showers, but the nights are not always below freezing. The sunshine’s double what it was at the beginning of the year.

Geographical influences

Vienna’s a city with a fantastic history in classical music, architecture and theatre and it enjoys a picturesque setting on the banks of the Danube River. It’s found to the east of the Alps and much more snow falls in areas in western and southern Austria. Vienna’s away from the coast and doesn’t get cold sea winds.

Averages

The weather in Vienna in March could reach daytime highs of 9°C on the best days. You can expect a more likely daytime temperature of 5°C, with the very coldest days dropping to about 0°C. At night you may see lows just below freezing. The spring sunshine this month in Vienna’s very welcoming. Visitors are likely to get four hours sun each day from 12 hours of daylight. The UV levels are low and wind speeds are light to moderate, so taking in the sights and attractions around Vienna during this quiet time is quite pleasant if you prepare for the crisp conditions.