Cherbourg weather in March (Lower Normandy, France)

Wondering what the weather is like in Cherbourg during March? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of March in Cherbourg typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 11°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Cherbourg in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 125 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cherbourg, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 63 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 125 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in France in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cherbourg.

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