Saintes Weather in March

March in Saintes brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights dropping to 5°C (41°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 61 mm (2.4 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Saintes in March

Historically, March sees about 15 days of rain, with a monthly average of 61 mm (2.4 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Saintes in March

Saintes in March gets highs of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Saintes in March

With about 166 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and overcast, creating a pleasant environment.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best weather for Saintes.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit France, check out our Saintes's climate page.

Saintes Temperature in March

Min Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Max Temperature 16°C (61°F)  

Chance of Rain 50%  

Precipitation 61 mm (2.4 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 166 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: La Rochelle, France (61 KM, 38 Miles).

What to Wear in Saintes 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. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Saintes in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit France, check out our Saintes's climate page.

More climate data for Saintes

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity

See the full Saintes climate overview or explore weather in France.