What to expect in Swiss Alps (Interlaken) in March
March is a strong choice for Swiss Alps (Interlaken): 9° / 0°, with manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
Swiss Alps (Interlaken) weather in March
Typical conditions in Swiss Alps (Interlaken) during March, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 9°C 48°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 0°C 32°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 35/100 |
| How it feels | Cool |
Average highs sit around 9°C with lows near 0°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for Swiss Alps (Interlaken) — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
Prices run mid-range this month: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Proper cold-weather kit — a warm mid-layer, windproof outer, hat and gloves. Days peak near 9°C and nights fall to about 0°C.
What it costs
Costs in March sit around the yearly average for Swiss Alps (Interlaken) — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 31% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in March, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
Swiss Alps (Interlaken) in March compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3° / -3° | High | $$$ | 27 |
| February | 5° / -3° | High | $$$ | 27 |
| March · This month | 9° / 0° | Moderate | $$ | 44 |
| April | 14° / 3° | Low | $ | 69 |
| May | 18° / 8° | Low | $ | 68 |
These months score higher for Swiss Alps (Interlaken) on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in March
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in March.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
