Dirt Cheap Amsterdam

March in Amsterdam sees the first blooms of spring. Daytime temperatures seldom dip below freezing in March—but it isn’t too warm, either! March is also Amsterdam’s windiest month. The strong winds from the harbor can be very cold. 

March is an ideal time to visit Amsterdam. Its famous gardens are opening this month, and the temperatures are cool and mild. Smart travelers will come prepared for consistently cool afternoons leading to pleasantly cold nights. You can leave your swimming suits for the time being, but be sure to bring some layers that you can shed easily. March is among the rainiest of months in Amsterdam, so be sure to have an umbrella at hand.

The average high temperature in an Amsterdam March is º48 (F)/º8 (C). The average lows are º37/º2, with an overall average temperature of º43/º6. The highest recorded temperature is º70 (F). Every March in Amsterdam there are an average of 7 days below freezing and 3.5 inches of precipitation.

3 suggestions for great value for money accommodation:
Amstel Botel - Cheap bed & breakfast on a boat. Good feedback.
Tullipp Inn Amsterdam Riverside - Value for money biz hotel.
Holiday Inn Amsterdam - Often got great deals.
Recommended accommodation search: Alpharooms - Hotels - Hostelbookers

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