Monthly climate guide
Heidelberg weather in March
March in Heidelberg is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 11°C (51°F) and night-time lows near 1°C (33°F). The month usually brings about 42 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than February and 5°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- In Heidelberg, March is early spring.
- Just 150 km apart, but Heidelberg runs about 2°C warmer than Trier this month.
- It warms up quickly from here: by April highs are about 5°C higher.
Avg high
11°C
51°F
Avg low
1°C
33°F
Rainfall
42 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
83%
relative
Sky
64%
cloud · often cloudy
Heidelberg weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4°C / 39°F | -1°C / 29°F | 69 mm | 93% | 82% |
| February | 5°C / 42°F | -2°C / 29°F | 44 mm | 89% | 75% |
| March | 11°C / 51°F | 1°C / 33°F | 42 mm | 83% | 64% |
| April | 16°C / 60°F | 4°C / 40°F | 41 mm | 76% | 63% |
| May | 19°C / 67°F | 8°C / 47°F | 70 mm | 73% | 68% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 55°F | 69 mm | 69% | 68% |
| July | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 58°F | 71 mm | 63% | 64% |
| August | 26°C / 80°F | 15°C / 58°F | 66 mm | 64% | 63% |
| September | 22°C / 71°F | 10°C / 51°F | 49 mm | 70% | 61% |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 44°F | 58 mm | 82% | 72% |
| November | 9°C / 48°F | 2°C / 36°F | 57 mm | 90% | 79% |
| December | 5°C / 42°F | 0°C / 32°F | 78 mm | 94% | 83% |
What to pack for March
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March a good time to visit Heidelberg?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Heidelberg →Other Germany cities in March
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Heidelberg in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Heidelberg?
March is cool in Heidelberg, with highs around 11°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Heidelberg in March?
Average highs are about 11°C (51°F) and average lows about 1°C (33°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Heidelberg in March?
Heidelberg typically gets around 42 mm of rain in March — fairly dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Heidelberg (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.