France weather in March

In March, popular resorts in France (Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Ajaccio, Bastia) average 13°C by day and 8°C at night, and the sea is about 13°C. On average 62 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 2°C warmer than in February, and in April days average 17°C.

It is cool, not a beach month. The sea is cold.

Warmest resorts in France in March

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Cannes14°C7°C13°C62 mm
Antibes14°C7°C13°C62 mm
Nice13°C11°C13°C62 mm
Ajaccio13°C8°C14°C82 mm
Bastia13°C8°C14°C62 mm

France weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in France in March?

In March, popular resorts in France (Nice, Cannes, Antibes, Ajaccio, Bastia) average 13°C by day and 8°C at night, and the sea is about 13°C. On average 62 mm of rain falls during the month. It is cool, not a beach month.

What is the sea temperature in France in March?

About 13°C on average. The warmest water is in Bastia (14°C).

Where is it warmest in France in March?

The warmest place is Cannes (14°C by day), followed by Antibes (14°C) and Nice (13°C).

Does it rain in France in March?

On average 62 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.