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Visiting Normandy, France in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 40.4% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Normandy.

March has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.6 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 Normandy for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Normandy 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 Normandy in March?

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

March has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 40.4% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.6 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 Normandy in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Normandy 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 Normandy?

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

March has average maximum temperatures of 10°C (51°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 40.4% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.6 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 Normandy. Sea temperatures are a cold 12°C (53°F). March is too cold for swimming in Normandy for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Normandy warm in March?

No, Normandy is too cold for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in Normandy in March is 10°C (51°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (46°) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Normandy in March is 7°C (44°F). The average temperature is 5°C (42°F) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Normandy in March?

The average day light hours per day in Normandy in March are 11.8. The sunshine percentage is 40.4% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Normandy in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into April. The average maximum temperature in Normandy in March is 10°C (51°F). The average maximum temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 14°C (57°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Normandy in March is 7°C (44°F). The average temperature is 5°C (42°F) in the previous month and 10°C (49°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Normandy in March is 4°C (39°F). The minimum temperature is 3°C (37°F) in the previous month and 6°C (43°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Normandy 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 11.8 per day in Normandy. The sunshine percentage is 40.4% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 4.8 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Normandy in March is typically 3 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 Normandy in March

The average sea water temperature in Normandy in March is 11.9°C (53.4°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 Normandy in March

March weather is slightly drier than the previous month. March has far fewer days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into April. The average total rainfall in Normandy in March is 1.2cm (0.5inches) and on average there are 12.6 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Normandy in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Normandy in March is 6°C (42°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 8°C (8°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Normandy in March is typically 93%. The maximum relative humidity is 94% in the previous month and 94% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Normandy in March is typically 78.9%. The average relative humidity is 82.1% in the previous month and 78.5% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Normandy in March

The average maximum wind speed in Normandy in March is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 25KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Normandy in March is typically 16KM/H (10MPH). The average wind speed is 18KM/H (11MPH) in the previous month and 14KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Normandy in March is from the South-Southwest.

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