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Upper Normandy Weather in March

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

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

What to Expect in Upper Normandy in March

Upper Normandy, France is a region in France. March in Upper Normandy generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Étretat at 11°C (52°F) and mild in Évreux at 13°C (55°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Évreux and 6°C (43°F) in Étretat.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Breux-sur-Avre with an average of 54 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Bordeaux-Saint-Clair with 77 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Étretat typically sees 139 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Upper Normandy by month

Best Places to Visit in Upper Normandy in March

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

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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 Upper Normandy

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

Temperature range in Upper Normandy (March)

Precipitation variation in Upper Normandy (March)

Étretat

In March Étretat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
139 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
76 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Dieppe

In March Dieppe 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
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
75 hours
118 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Fécamp

In March Fécamp generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
139 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Évreux

In March Évreux generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°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
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
118 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Giverny

In March Giverny generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°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
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
118 hours
160 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Upper Normandy, in France.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Étretat 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Dieppe 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Fécamp 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Évreux 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Giverny 13°C (55°F) 4°C (39°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Le Tréport 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)

Upper Normandy weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Upper Normandy, France in March?

Expect unpleasant weather across Upper Normandy, France in March. The popular destination of Étretat averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Upper Normandy, France in March?

Average temperatures in Upper Normandy, France during March range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 11°C (52°F) in Étretat.

Does Upper Normandy, France get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Upper Normandy, France. Étretat averages only about 76 mm (3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Upper Normandy, France?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Étretat, March may not be the ideal time to visit Upper Normandy, France.

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

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