March 2025 in the province of Liège presented a notably dry and sunny month, with temperatures remaining close to seasonal norms. The weather pattern was characterized by exceptionally low precipitation levels and above-average sunshine hours, creating conditions quite different from the typical spring month in this Belgian region.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for March in Liège reached 7.0 degrees Celsius, which was slightly below the normal value of 7.4 degrees, resulting in an anomaly of minus 0.4 degrees. The coldest conditions were recorded in Ferrières on March 3rd, where temperatures plummeted to minus 3.7 degrees Celsius. In contrast, the warmest day occurred on March 21st in Bassenge, where the thermometer climbed to 21.3 degrees Celsius, demonstrating the significant temperature variation typical of early spring weather patterns.
Precipitation Patterns
March 2025 was exceptionally dry across Liège province. The average total precipitation measured only 10.9 millimeters, representing a dramatic 86 percent decrease compared to the normal March precipitation of 79.1 millimeters. The wettest single day occurred on March 22nd in Bütgenbach, with 11.3 millimeters of rainfall. Among all monitoring locations, Burdinne recorded the highest monthly total precipitation at 16.3 millimeters, yet this remained well below seasonal expectations.
Sunshine and Notable Features
One of the most striking features of March 2025 was the exceptional sunshine duration. The province experienced 268.1 hours of sunshine, representing a 26 percent increase above the normal value of 212.7 hours. This surplus of sunshine, combined with the minimal rainfall, created predominantly dry and bright conditions throughout the month. The contrast between the cold early March period and the warmer conditions mid-to-late month, culminating in the 21.3-degree maximum on March 21st, illustrated the transitional nature of spring weather in this region.