Brest Weather in March

With daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F), March in Brest brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 76 mm (3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Brest in March

Typically, about 20 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 76 mm (3 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Brest in March

Daytime temperatures in Brest reach 12°C (54°F) in March, dropping to 7°C (45°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Brest in March

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 127 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Wind Speed in Brest in March

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in March. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Average water temperature in March

At 10°C (50°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Brest.

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Brest Temperature in March

Min Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Max Temperature 12°C (54°F)  

Water Temperature 10°C (50°F)  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 76 mm (3 in)  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 82%  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots)  

Sunshine 127 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 38%  

What to Wear in Brest in March

The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 10°C (50°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Brest in March

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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• March
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More climate data for Brest

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