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Portes-lès-Valence Weather in March

During March, Portes-lès-Valence experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and cooler nights around 4°C (39°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 61 mm (2.4 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Portes-lès-Valence in March

Historically, the month has about 12 days of rain, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in) in total. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Portes-lès-Valence in March

Temperatures in Portes-lès-Valence in March top out at 15°C (59°F) and drop to 4°C (39°F) overnight. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights fall to 4°C (39°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Portes-lès-Valence in March

Enjoy a sunny month with about 201 hours of sunshine, making it one of the brighter months of the year despite the cool conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Portes-lès-Valence.

Portes-lès-Valence Temperature in March

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
70% *
Sunshine
201 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Montélimar, France (36 KM, 22 Miles).

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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 Portes-lès-Valence in March

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in March, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Portes-lès-Valence in March

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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