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Cherbourg Weather in March

In Cherbourg, March brings low daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to 7°C (45°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Cherbourg in March

Rain is expected on roughly 16 days, totalling around 63 mm (2.5 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Cherbourg in March

In March, Cherbourg sees low temperatures, with highs of 11°C (52°F). Nights drop to around 7°C (45°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Cherbourg in March

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 125 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Cherbourg Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
SunshineSunshine 125 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Best Places in France in March

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Cherbourg 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. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Cherbourg 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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