March 2026 in North Brabant presented a notably dry and cloudy month, with temperatures hovering just slightly above the seasonal average. The province experienced significantly less precipitation and sunshine than typical for this time of year, marking a departure from normal spring weather patterns.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for March reached 8.2 degrees Celsius, marginally exceeding the normal value of 8.0 degrees by 0.2 degrees. The warmest day occurred on March 6 in Bergeijk, where temperatures climbed to 19.0 degrees Celsius, providing a pleasant early spring moment. In contrast, the coldest conditions were recorded on March 27 in Asten, dropping to minus 2.2 degrees Celsius, indicating that frost remained a concern well into the month.
Precipitation Patterns
March proved to be considerably drier than average, with total precipitation reaching only 27.1 millimeters compared to the normal 49.7 millimeters. This represents a significant 45 percent deficit from typical March rainfall. The wettest day occurred on March 30 in Alphen-Chaam, where 17.1 millimeters fell. When examining precipitation by location, Etten-Leur recorded the highest monthly total at 67.8 millimeters, substantially above the provincial average.
Sunshine and Notable Observations
Sunshine hours were particularly limited during March, totaling only 104.4 hours against a normal expectation of 242.6 hours. This 57 percent reduction indicates that cloud cover dominated much of the month, creating predominantly overcast conditions across North Brabant. The combination of below-average sunshine and reduced precipitation suggests that March 2026 was characterized by persistent cloud cover without substantial rainfall, resulting in a relatively gloomy spring month despite near-normal temperatures.