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Arc 1600 weather in March (Rhône-Alps, France)

Curious about the March weather in Arc 1600? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In March, Arc 1600 typically experiences very low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 2°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -7°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Arc 1600 in March usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 118 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The area enjoys a balanced 175 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Arc 1600. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arc 1600 climate page with graphs.

 

Arc 1600, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 118 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 175 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in France in March

Find out more about the weather in France in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Arc 1600 in March?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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