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Visiting Brittany, France in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (53°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43.1% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Brittany.

March has total rainfall of 0.3cm (0.1inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 15 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (53°F). March is too cold for swimming in Brittany for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Brittany in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Can you sunbathe in Brittany in March?

No, March is not a good time for sunbathing in Brittany.

March has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (53°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43.1% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 0.3cm (0.1inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 15 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Brittany in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Brittany for any length of time, with the sea water at 12°C (53°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Brittany?

No, March is not a good time for a holiday in Brittany.

March has average maximum temperatures of 12°C (53°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43.1% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 0.3cm (0.1inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 15 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Brittany. Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (53°F). March is too cold for swimming in Brittany for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Brittany warm in March?

No, Brittany is too cold for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in Brittany in March is 12°C (53°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (49°) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Brittany in March is 8°C (46°F). The average temperature is 6°C (44°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Brittany in March?

The average day light hours per day in Brittany in March are 11.9. The sunshine percentage is 43.1% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day.

More about March sunshine.

Temperature in Brittany in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise into April. The average maximum temperature in Brittany in March is 12°C (53°F). The average maximum temperature is 10°C (49°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Brittany in March is 8°C (46°F). The average temperature is 6°C (44°F) in the previous month and 10°C (50°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Brittany in March is 4°C (40°F). The minimum temperature is 4°C (38°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Brittany in March

The days in March are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into April. March has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into April. During March the average day light hours are 11.9 per day in Brittany. The sunshine percentage is 43.1% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Brittany in March is typically 3.4 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Brittany in March

The average sea water temperature in Brittany in March is 11.5°C (52.7°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in Brittany in March

March weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop slightly into April. March has fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into April. The average total rainfall in Brittany in March is 0.3cm (0.1inches) and on average there are 15 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Brittany in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Brittany in March is 7°C (45°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 9°C (9°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Brittany in March is typically 95.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 95.6% in the previous month and 95.7% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Brittany in March is typically 81.2%. The average relative humidity is 83.4% in the previous month and 80.1% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Brittany in March

The average maximum wind speed in Brittany in March is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 28KM/H (17MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Brittany in March is typically 15KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 16KM/H (10MPH) in the previous month and 14KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Brittany in March is from the West.

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