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Centre Weather in March

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

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Amboise Blois Orléans Chartres

Are you planning a trip a to Centre, France in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Centre in March

Centre, France is a region in France. March in Centre generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Manou to 15°C (59°F) in Le Blanc. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Le Blanc and 4°C (39°F) in Manou.

For specific regional insights in Centre, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Chartres with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Pouligny-Notre-Dame with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Amboise as an example - it receives around 145 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Centre by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Centre — and find the best time to visit. (based on Amboise)

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March14°C (57°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September23°C (73°F) October18°C (64°F) November13°C (55°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Centre in March

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

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 Centre

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

Temperature range in Centre (March)

Precipitation variation in Centre (March)

Amboise

In March Amboise generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
145 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Amboise →

Blois

In March Blois generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
145 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Blois →

Orléans

In March Orléans generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
140 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Orléans →

Chartres

In March Chartres generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
81 hours
140 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Chartres →

Bourges

In March Bourges generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Bourges →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amboise 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Blois 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Orléans 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Chartres 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Bourges 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Chinon 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)

Centre weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Centre, France typically experiences tolerable weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Amboise average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Centre, France during March range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Amboise.

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

March is on the drier side in Centre, France. Amboise averages only about 57 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Centre, France?

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

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Amboise. On the other hand, the weather in January, February and December tend to be poor.

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