Cologne vs Berlin

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Berlin edges ahead as the better destination in March. Berlin offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Cologne sees 7 sunshine hours and 14 rain days.

Cologne is on the cooler side at 10°C, requiring warmer clothing. Berlin is cooler at 8°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Berlin is the stronger choice in March.

Cologne reaches an average high of 10°C (50°F) and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 8°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Berlin averages 8°C (46°F) for the high and 1°C (34°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

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

Cologne receives approximately 71 mm of rainfall across 14 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Berlin sees 47 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Berlin the drier option by 3 rain days and 24 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.