Amsterdam vs Barcelona

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in March. Barcelona offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Amsterdam sees 7 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.

Amsterdam is on the cooler side at 9°C, requiring warmer clothing. Barcelona is also comfortable at 16°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Barcelona is the stronger choice in March. Barcelona receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 9°C (48°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Barcelona averages 16°C (61°F) for the high and 7°C (45°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.

Amsterdam receives approximately 54 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Barcelona sees 41 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 4 rain days and 13 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.