Sixt weather in March (Rhône-Alps, France)

What should you pack for a trip to Sixt in March? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In March, Sixt tends to experience low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 5°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -6°C. This month is known for its biting cold, so make sure to dress warmly. Proper preparation can help you stay cozy.

Precipitation

Sixt in March usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 136 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 16 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 175 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Sixt. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sixt climate page with graphs.

 

Sixt, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 136 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 175 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in France in March

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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