Dordogne

Dordogne Weather in March

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

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Sarlat-la-Canéda Bergerac Périgueux Domme

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

What to Expect in the Dordogne in March

The Dordogne, France is a region in France. March in the Dordogne generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Sarlat-la-Canéda.

To explore the conditions in the Dordogne, France in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bergerac with an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Sarlat-la-Canéda with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Sarlat-la-Canéda receives about 170 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore the Dordogne by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Dordogne — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sarlat-la-Canéda)

January10°C (50°F) February12°C (54°F) March16°C (61°F) April18°C (64°F) May22°C (72°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October20°C (68°F) November14°C (57°F) December11°C (52°F)
Best Time to Visit the Dordogne →

Best Places to Visit in the Dordogne in March

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

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 the Dordogne

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

Temperature range in the Dordogne (March)

Precipitation variation in the Dordogne (March)

Sarlat-la-Canéda

In March Sarlat-la-Canéda generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
170 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sarlat-la-Canéda →

Bergerac

In March Bergerac generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
170 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Bergerac →

Périgueux

In March Périgueux generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
170 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Périgueux →

Domme

In March Domme generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
170 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Domme →

Lalinde

In March Lalinde generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
170 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Lalinde →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sarlat-la-Canéda 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Bergerac 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Périgueux 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Domme 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Lalinde 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
La Roque-Gageac 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

The Dordogne weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

the Dordogne, France typically experiences tolerable weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sarlat-la-Canéda average around 16°C (61°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in the Dordogne, France during March range from a nighttime low near 5°C (41°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Sarlat-la-Canéda.

Does the Dordogne, France get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in the Dordogne, France. Sarlat-la-Canéda averages only about 69 mm (2.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Dordogne, France?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit the Dordogne, France with overall tolerable weather in Sarlat-la-Canéda. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Sarlat-la-Canéda. In contrast, January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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