Poland Warsaw Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Warsaw is moderate
Warsaw Weather in March — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 6° / -1°
- Rainfall
- 35mm · 13 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Warsaw in March averages a high of 6°C and low of -1°C with 35mm of rain over about 13 days. Early spring, still chilly — around 6°C/-1°C (43°F/30°F), with cold mornings and a wide day-night swing. A warm coat or jacket, layers, and a scarf. Snow can linger early in the month; later it turns milder.
March is moderate for Warsaw.
March is the turn toward spring — around 6°C/-1°C (43°F/30°F), with cold starts, melting snow early on, and milder, longer days by month's end. It's a quiet, good-value shoulder month.
The city wakes up gradually: cafés put out terrace seating on warm days, and the parks begin to green. Łazienki Park is pleasant on a clear afternoon, though the free Chopin concerts don't start until May.
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Warsaw March Weather Stats
Avg High
6°C
Avg Low
-1°C
Rainy Days
13
35mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
78%
comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
15 km/h
Gusts 28
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
25 μg/m³
PM10
42 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
4°C
Nighttime
-3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
15 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Shoulder-season value — low prices
- Quiet museums before the crowds
- Spring emerges, parks greening
- Longer evenings after the clocks change
Cons
- Still chilly, cold mornings
- Changeable weather, lingering snow early
- Big day-night temperature swing
- No Chopin concerts yet (from May)
March Events & Festivals
- Spring begins (late March)
- Daylight saving time begins (last Sunday of March)
- Easter approaches (date varies, Mar/Apr)
- Shoulder-season value before the spring crowds
Warsaw in March — Full Picture
March is the turn toward spring — around 6°C/-1°C (43°F/30°F), with cold starts, melting snow early on, and milder, longer days by month's end. It's a quiet, good-value shoulder month.
The city wakes up gradually: cafés put out terrace seating on warm days, and the parks begin to green. Łazienki Park is pleasant on a clear afternoon, though the free Chopin concerts don't start until May.
It's still a strong museum window before the crowds arrive — POLIN, the Warsaw Uprising Museum, and the Royal Castle without the summer queues. Hotel prices remain low.
Weather is changeable: pack a warm coat, layers, and a rain jacket, and expect a big day-night temperature swing. Clocks spring forward late in the month, lengthening evenings.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Early spring, still chilly — around 6°C/-1°C (43°F/30°F), with cold mornings and a wide day-night swing. A warm coat or jacket, layers, and a scarf. Snow can linger early in the month; later it turns milder.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current12.7°C
4°C
12.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
23.3°C
13°C
13/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
12.7°C
5°C
13/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
1°C
-3.7°C
15.3/mo
Warsaw Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0° | -5° | 16d·35mm | 1.5h | 86% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 1° | -4° | 14d·30mm | 2.5h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 6° | -1° | 13d·35mm | 4h | 78% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 4° | 12d·35mm | 5.5h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 19° | 9° | 13d·60mm | 7h | 68% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 22° | 12° | 13d·65mm | 8h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 24° | 14° | 14d·75mm | 8h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 24° | 13° | 12d·60mm | 7.5h | 72% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 19° | 9° | 12d·50mm | 5.5h | 76% | 4 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 13° | 5° | 12d·40mm | 3.5h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 6° | 1° | 15d·40mm | 1.5h | 87% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 2° | -2° | 16d·35mm | 1h | 88% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Warsaw March Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Warsaw?
Warsaw in March is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Warsaw in March?
Warsaw March averages a high of 6°C and a low of -1°C.
Does it rain much in Warsaw in March?
Warsaw March averages 35mm of rainfall over about 13 rainy days.
What should I wear in Warsaw in March?
Early spring, still chilly — around 6°C/-1°C (43°F/30°F), with cold mornings and a wide day-night swing. A warm coat or jacket, layers, and a scarf. Snow can linger early in the month; later it turns milder.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Warsaw in March?
Warsaw March sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 17:35, with 11h 35min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Warsaw in March?
Warsaw March air quality (AQI) averages 55, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 25μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Warsaw in March?
In March, Warsaw is great for Quiet major museums, Łazienki Park on clear days, Royal Castle & Old Town.
Is March peak season in Warsaw?
Warsaw March crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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