Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Gothenburg | Stockholm | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 5°C (41°F) | 10°C (50°F)▲ | Stockholm |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -1°C (30°F)▲ | -2°C (28°F) | Gothenburg |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days | 4 days▲ | Stockholm |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 50 mm | 50 mm | Tie |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 7h/day▲ | 4h/day | Gothenburg |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 19 km/h | 15 km/h▲ | Stockholm |
Gothenburg and Stockholm are closely matched in March. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.
Gothenburg is on the cooler side at 5°C, requiring warmer clothing. Stockholm is cooler at 10°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Stockholm is the stronger choice in March. Gothenburg receives 3 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Gothenburg reaches an average high of 5°C (41°F) and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Stockholm averages 10°C (50°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 5°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.
Gothenburg receives approximately 50 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Stockholm sees 50 mm over 4 rain days. That makes Stockholm the drier option by 6 rain days and 0 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 5°C, lows of -1°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 10°C, lows of -2°C, 4 rain days
Pack for both: a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Gothenburg | Stockholm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 2°C | 13d | -2°C | 3d |
| Feb | 2°C | 10d | 3°C | 3d |
| Mar | 5°C | 10d | 10°C | 4d |
| Apr | 11°C | 10d | 17°C | 5d |
| May | 15°C | 12d | 22°C | 6d |
| Jun | 18°C | 12d | 24°C | 6d |
| Jul | 21°C | 13d | 22°C | 6d |
| Aug | 20°C | 15d | 17°C | 5d |
| Sep | 16°C | 13d | 10°C | 4d |
| Oct | 11°C | 14d | 3°C | 3d |
| Nov | 6°C | 13d | -2°C | 3d |
| Dec | 3°C | 13d | -4°C | 3d |
Gothenburg Weather in March
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