March 9 is generally a great time to visit Zurich. While there is a slight chance of rain (33%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 10°C weather. You'll enjoy Zurich with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Zurich
Currency
CHF
Fr. Swiss franc
Language
French
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.357
Zurich Weather Forecast for March 9
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 10.2°C. 33% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Zurich in March
Based on historical data for March 9, Zurich typically experiences temperatures between 0.9°C and 10.2°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 33% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Zurich
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
10.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
0.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
9.1°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
33%
Avg 1.7mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.3 cm
~33% chance
Pressure
1016.5 hPa
High volatility
Zurich Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 33 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 50 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 83 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.8°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Switzerland
Flight Traffic
Moderate
57/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~310
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Zurich
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:52
☀️ Noon
12:37
🌇 Sunset
18:22
⏱️ Daylight
11h 30m
Wind Speed
11.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
7.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
74%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Zurich
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Zurich on March 9 averages 10.2°C with a 33% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 60/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Zurich Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 16
11.6°C • 24% rain
Score
72
March 15
11.4°C • 23% rain
Score
71
March 14
11.3°C • 28% rain
Score
69
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📍 Is Zurich Worth Visiting on March 9?
Planning a trip to Zurich on March 9? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 10.2°C with a 33% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 310 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Switzerland, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 9 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 18°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to -3.5°C in 2016.