Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Vienna | Krakow | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 10°C (50°F)▲ | 8°C (46°F) | Vienna |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 1°C (34°F)▲ | -1°C (30°F) | Vienna |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days▲ | 12 days | Vienna |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 46 mm▲ | 52 mm | Vienna |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day▲ | 7h/day | Vienna |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 20 km/h | 19 km/h▲ | Krakow |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Vienna edges ahead as the better destination in March. Vienna offers 8 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Krakow sees 7 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.
Vienna is on the cooler side at 10°C, requiring warmer clothing. Krakow is cooler at 8°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Vienna is the stronger choice in March. Vienna receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Vienna reaches an average high of 10°C (50°F) and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Krakow averages 8°C (46°F) for the high and -1°C (30°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°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.
Vienna receives approximately 46 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Krakow sees 52 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Vienna the drier option by 2 rain days and 6 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 10°C, lows of 1°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 8°C, lows of -1°C, 12 rain days
Pack for both: waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, 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 | Vienna | Krakow | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 8d | 1°C | 11d |
| Feb | 6°C | 8d | 3°C | 11d |
| Mar | 10°C | 10d | 8°C | 12d |
| Apr | 16°C | 9d | 14°C | 11d |
| May | 20°C | 12d | 19°C | 14d |
| Jun | 24°C | 12d | 22°C | 14d |
| Jul | 26°C | 12d | 24°C | 14d |
| Aug | 26°C | 10d | 24°C | 11d |
| Sep | 20°C | 9d | 19°C | 10d |
| Oct | 15°C | 9d | 13°C | 10d |
| Nov | 9°C | 9d | 7°C | 10d |
| Dec | 4°C | 9d | 2°C | 10d |
Vienna Weather in March
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