Aquitaine Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Aquitaine, France in March.

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Biarritz Bordeaux Saint-Jean-de-Luz Seignosse

Planning a trip to Aquitaine, France this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Aquitaine in March

Aquitaine, France is a region in France. March in Aquitaine generally has temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Gourette at 10°C (50°F) to pleasant in Ygos-Saint-Saturnin at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Ygos-Saint-Saturnin and 1°C (34°F) in Gourette.

For a closer look at conditions across Aquitaine, France, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Marmande with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Accous with 133 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Bordeaux typically sees 170 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Aquitaine by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Aquitaine - and find the best time to visit. (based on Biarritz)

January13°C (55°F) February13°C (55°F) March16°C (61°F) April17°C (63°F) May20°C (68°F) June22°C (72°F) July24°C (75°F) This monthAugust25°C (77°F) September23°C (73°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Aquitaine in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Aquitaine.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Aquitaine

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Aquitaine, France?

Temperature range in Aquitaine (March)

Precipitation variation in Aquitaine (March)

Bordeaux

In March Bordeaux generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
170 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Bordeaux →

Biarritz

In March Biarritz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
165 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
mixed
Climate in Biarritz →

Saint-Jean-de-Luz

In March Saint-Jean-de-Luz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
165 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
131 mm (5.2 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
mixed
Climate in Saint-Jean-de-Luz →

Seignosse

In March Seignosse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
115 hours
165 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
good
mixed
Climate in Seignosse →

Lacanau-Océan

In March Lacanau-Océan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
116 hours
170 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
good
Climate in Lacanau-Océan →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Aquitaine, in France.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Aquitaine in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Biarritz 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Bordeaux 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Saint-Jean-de-Luz 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Seignosse 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Lacanau-Océan 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Hossegor 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Aquitaine weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Aquitaine, France in March?

Expect good weather across Aquitaine, France in March. The popular destination of Bordeaux averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Aquitaine, France in March?

In Bordeaux, the average daytime high in March is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Aquitaine, France get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Aquitaine, France during March, with Bordeaux averaging close to 59 mm (2.3 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Aquitaine, France?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Aquitaine, France with overall good weather in Bordeaux. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly excellent weather in Bordeaux. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be mixed.

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