March 2026 brought mild and relatively dry conditions to Belgium, with temperatures running slightly above normal and precipitation well below seasonal averages. The month presented a mixed spring picture, with early warmth followed by cooler conditions toward the end of the period.
Temperature Overview
Belgium experienced an average temperature of 8.0 degrees Celsius during March, which is 0.4 degrees above the normal value of 7.6 degrees. The warmest day of the month occurred on March 6 in Saint-Georges-sur-Meuse, where temperatures reached 19.5 degrees Celsius, providing a taste of spring weather. In contrast, the coldest conditions were recorded on March 27 in Waimes, where temperatures dropped to minus 3.3 degrees Celsius, demonstrating the typical variability of early spring weather across Belgium's varied terrain.
Precipitation Patterns
March proved to be significantly drier than normal, with an average total precipitation of 50.2 millimeters compared to the seasonal normal of 78.4 millimeters. This represents a 36 percent deficit in rainfall. The wettest day occurred on March 25 in Spa, which recorded 30.8 millimeters of precipitation. The Stavelot region received the highest total precipitation for the month at 88.5 millimeters, indicating that rainfall was concentrated in specific areas, particularly in the higher elevations of the Ardennes region.
Sunshine and Notable Conditions
Sunshine hours totaled 209.3 hours across Belgium during March, which is nearly identical to the normal value of 211.3 hours, representing only a 1 percent anomaly. This suggests relatively typical cloud cover and clear skies for the season. The combination of above-average temperatures, below-average precipitation, and near-normal sunshine hours created conditions favorable for early spring activities and vegetation growth in many parts of the country.