Picardy Weather in March

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

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Amiens Saint-Valery-sur-Somme Quend Beauvais

Planning a journey to Picardy, France this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Picardy in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Amiens.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sourdon with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Fourmies with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Amiens, you can expect around 126 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Picardy in March

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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 Picardy

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

Temperature range in Picardy (March)

Precipitation variation in Picardy (March)

Amiens

In March Amiens generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
126 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Amiens →

Saint-Valery-sur-Somme

In March Saint-Valery-sur-Somme generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
126 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Saint-Valery-sur-Somme →

Quend

In March Quend generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
126 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Quend →

Beauvais

In March Beauvais generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
88 hours
129 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Beauvais →

Le Crotoy

In March Le Crotoy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
80 hours
126 hours
175 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Le Crotoy →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amiens 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Saint-Valery-sur-Somme 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Quend 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Beauvais 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Le Crotoy 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Mers-les-Bains 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Picardy weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Picardy, France generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Amiens sees daytime temperatures near 12°C (54°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

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

Amiens averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

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

March is on the drier side in Picardy, France. Amiens averages only about 58 mm (2.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Picardy, France?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Picardy, France due to the typically unpleasant weather in Amiens.

On average, the best time to visit Picardy, France is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Amiens. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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