Verdict: Tough month
Zermatt Weather in March
March is properly cold in Zermatt, with highs of only 2°C (36°F). Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Zermatt outside March.
Average high
2°C / 36°F
Average low
-5°C / 23°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
123 mm
What to pack for Zermatt in March
- Full winter kit — insulated coat, gloves, warm hat
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
March against the rest of the year
Warmest in Zermatt: Jul (18°C / 64°F) · Coolest: Jan (0°C / 32°F) · Wettest: Dec (~14 rain days)
0°
-6°
Jan
3°
-4°
Feb
2°
-5°
Mar
5°
-2°
Apr
9°
3°
May
15°
7°
Jun
18°
9°
Jul
18°
8°
Aug
14°
5°
Sep
10°
2°
Oct
4°
-3°
Nov
1°
-6°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)