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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in March.

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Cannes Marseille Nice Sainte-Maxime

Planning a getaway to Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in March

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France is a region in France. Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In March, one might encounter temperatures that range from very cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Le Monêtier-les-Bains at 2°C (36°F) to pleasant in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Saint-Étienne-du-Grès and -8°C (18°F) in Le Monêtier-les-Bains.

For specific regional insights in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Salin-de-Giraud with an average of 39 mm (1.5 in) to high rainfall in La Grave with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Cannes gets around 186 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — and find the best time to visit. (based on Cannes)

January12°C (54°F) February13°C (55°F) March15°C (59°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

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 Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

Temperature range in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (March)

Precipitation variation in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (March)

Cannes

In March Cannes generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
186 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Cannes →

Nice

In March Nice generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
159 hours
186 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Nice →

Marseille

In March Marseille generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
240 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Marseille →

Sainte-Maxime

In March Sainte-Maxime generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
149 hours
205 hours
253 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Sainte-Maxime →

Avignon

In March Avignon generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
241 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Avignon →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cannes 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Marseille 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Nice 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Sainte-Maxime 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Avignon 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Aix en Provence 17°C (63°F) 5°C (41°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in March?

Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France typically experiences tolerable weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cannes average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France in March?

Average temperatures in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France during March range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Cannes.

Does Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France during March, with Cannes averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France with overall tolerable weather in Cannes. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Cannes. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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