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Rhône-Alps Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Rhône-Alps, France in March.

Considering a trip to the Rhône-Alps, France this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Rhône-Alps in March

The Rhône-Alps, France is a region in France. The Rhône-Alps, France has a wide variety of climate types. During March, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Aussois at 1°C (34°F) and mild in Saint-Just at 17°C (63°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Saint-Just and -8°C (18°F) in Aussois.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Rhône-Alps, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rochegude with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to high rainfall in Flaine with 139 mm (5.5 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Lyon typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Lyon gets around 174 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 the Rhône-Alps by month

Best Places to Visit in the Rhône-Alps in March

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

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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 Rhône-Alps

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

Temperature range in the Rhône-Alps (March)

Precipitation variation in the Rhône-Alps (March)

Lyon

In March Lyon 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
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
101 hours
174 hours
190 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

In March Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 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)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
175 hours
180 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
128 mm (5 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Tignes

In March Tignes generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
175 hours
180 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Les Deux Alpes

In March Les Deux Alpes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
113 hours
171 hours
185 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Les Menuires

In March Les Menuires generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
159 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Rhône-Alps in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lyon 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Tignes 1°C (34°F) -8°C (18°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Les Deux Alpes 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Les Menuires 4°C (39°F) -6°C (21°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Val Thorens 3°C (37°F) -7°C (19°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)

The Rhône-Alps weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Rhône-Alps, France in March?

March in the Rhône-Alps, France brings tolerable weather. In Lyon, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in the Rhône-Alps, France in March?

Daytime temperatures in Lyon peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in March, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

Does the Rhône-Alps, France get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Rhône-Alps, France during March, with Lyon averaging close to 67 mm (2.6 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Rhône-Alps, France?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Lyon, March might be a good time to visit the Rhône-Alps, France. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Lyon. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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