Sainte-Maxime Weather in March
March in Sainte-Maxime brings moderate temperatures around 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.
Rainfall in Sainte-Maxime in March
Rain is expected on roughly 9 days, totalling around 53 mm (2.1 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Sainte-Maxime in March
March in Sainte-Maxime brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Sainte-Maxime in March
The city usually sees around 205 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days , a great month for sightseeing.If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances for Sainte-Maxime.
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Sainte-Maxime Temperature in March
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
53 mm (2.1 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Sunshine
205 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sainte-Maxime typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 7°C (45°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather for Sainte-Maxime in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Sainte-Maxime spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Sainte-Maxime historical weather extremes in March
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Sainte-Maxime between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest March day on record in Sainte-Maxime reached 26°C (79°F) (March 19, 1998).
- On March 1, 2005, Sainte-Maxime saw its coldest March day with temperatures maxing out at 6°C (43°F).
- The coldest night in March in Sainte-Maxime was on March 2, 2005, with a minimum of -6°C (21°F).
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What to Wear in Sainte-Maxime in March
The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.What To Do in Sainte-Maxime in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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