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Valence Weather in March
With daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F), March in Valence brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 61 mm (2.4 in) falls on average.
Rainfall in Valence in March
The climate data from previous years indicates about 13 days of rain, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.
Temperature in Valence in March
Valence in March gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Valence in March
The city usually sees around 201 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite the cool temperatures, making it a good month for sightseeing.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Valence.
Valence Temperature in March
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
42%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
13 days
Humidity
70% *
Sunshine
201 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Montélimar, France (43 KM, 26 Miles).
Valence Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Valence typically rise from around 12°C (54°F) at the start of March to approximately 15°C (59°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 5°C (41°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 records for Valence in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Valence spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Valence historical weather extremes in March
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Valence.
- On March 22, 1990, temperatures climbed to 25°C (77°F), marking the warmest March day on record.
- The lowest daytime temperature in March was 2°C (36°F), recorded on March 7, 2010.
- The coldest night in March in Valence was on March 3, 1988, with a minimum of -9°C (16°F).
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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).
What to Wear in Valence in March
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in March, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Valence in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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