Écrins National Park Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Écrins National Park, France in March.

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

What to Expect in the Écrins National Park in March

The Écrins National Park, France is a region in France. March in the Écrins National Park generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Puy-Saint-Vincent at 2°C (36°F) to cold in Orcières at 5°C (41°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -6°C (21°F) in Orcières and -8°C (18°F) in Puy-Saint-Vincent. In many regions in France, March is characterized by its biting cold temperatures. If you're venturing into these areas during this time, it's crucial to be adequately prepared. Ensure you layer up with warm clothing to fight off the chill and stay comfortable.

To explore the conditions in the Écrins National Park, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Orcières with an average of 83 mm (3.3 in) to high snow/rainfall in La Grave with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Puy-Saint-Vincent gets approximately 171 hours of sunlight in March, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore the Écrins National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Écrins National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Puy-Saint-Vincent)

Best Places to Visit in the Écrins National Park in March

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

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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).

Popular Destinations in the Écrins National Park

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

Temperature range in the Écrins National Park (March)

Precipitation variation in the Écrins National Park (March)

Puy-Saint-Vincent

In March Puy-Saint-Vincent generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
171 hours
185 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Orcières

In March Orcières generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
171 hours
185 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions

La Grave

In March La Grave generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
171 hours
185 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Vallouise-Pelvoux

In March Vallouise-Pelvoux generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
171 hours
185 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Les Vigneaux

In March Les Vigneaux generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Écrins National Park in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Puy-Saint-Vincent 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Orcières 5°C (41°F) -6°C (21°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
La Grave 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Vallouise-Pelvoux 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Les Vigneaux 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Freissinières 2°C (36°F) -8°C (18°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

The Écrins National Park weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Écrins National Park, France in March?

Expect poor weather across the Écrins National Park, France in March. The popular destination of Puy-Saint-Vincent averages 2°C (36°F) by day and -8°C (18°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Écrins National Park, France in March?

In Puy-Saint-Vincent, the average daytime high in March is 2°C (36°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -8°C (18°F).

Does the Écrins National Park, France get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in the Écrins National Park, France. Puy-Saint-Vincent averages only about 89 mm (3.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Écrins National Park, France?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to the Écrins National Park, France with often poor weather in Puy-Saint-Vincent.

Generally speaking, July and August provide pleasant weather in Puy-Saint-Vincent. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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