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Grenoble in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Grenoble in March and see if it is worth visiting.
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March

Weather in Grenoble in March 2025

OK Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
If you plan to visit Grenoble in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +55°F during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 10 rainy days in the month and around 99 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+55°F
Avg. max. temperature
+9°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
99 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
15 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Grenoble has OK weather in March.

Average temperature in Grenoble in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Grenoble for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in March is +59°F with a maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +34°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +54°F to +55°F.

Is Grenoble warm or cold in March?

Grenoble is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +48°F to +55°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +34°F to +39°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Grenoble:

Climate in Grenoble in March

Grenoble weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+48°F+55°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+1°F+9°F+27°F
Max. temperature
+70°F+77°F+88°F
Rainfall
88 mm99 mm115 mm
Wind
0 m/s1 m/s1 m/s
Humidity
77%73%71%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1016 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
564
Cloudy days
141515
Rainy days
81011
Snowy days
100

March weather is still as ok as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +48°F to +55°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 88 mm to 99 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 77% to 73%. Winds are stronger in comparison to February, going up from 0 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 5 to 6.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Grenoble in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Grenoble is gradually increasing during March, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Grenoble based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 28 mm, with a 23% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 7 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Grenoble wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 137 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 28% chance of precipitation and 88 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Grenoble?

This is the weather in Grenoble in March 2023:
1 March
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+54°F
2 March
☁️
+55°F
3 March
☁️
+59°F
4 March
☀️
+56°F
5 March
☀️
+52°F
6 March
☀️
+48°F
7 March
☀️
+51°F
8 March
☀️
+55°F
9 March
☀️
+56°F
10 March
☁️
+58°F
11 March
☁️
+60°F
12 March
☁️
+59°F
13 March
☁️
+56°F
14 March
☁️
+59°F
15 March
☁️
+67°F
16 March
☁️
+65°F
17 March
☁️
+60°F
18 March
☁️
+51°F
19 March
☁️
+61°F
20 March
☁️
+58°F
21 March
☁️
+60°F
22 March
☀️
+59°F
23 March
☀️
+62°F
24 March
☀️
+66°F
25 March
☀️
+67°F
26 March
☀️
+68°F
27 March
☀️
+67°F
28 March
☁️
+69°F
29 March
☁️
+66°F
30 March
🌧️
+57°F
31 March
🌧️
+56°F
In March 2023 Grenoble had 13 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +48°F. The average humidity was 68%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Grenoble climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Grenoble in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1985 (+54°F) and the highest in 2012 (+68°F). The driest year was 1993 with only 25 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2001 with 212 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Grenoble in March:

Is March a good time to visit Grenoble?

It’s always a good time to visit Grenoble, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Grenoble in March?

March has mild temperatures in Grenoble. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Grenoble rainy in March?

Grenoble is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Grenoble in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Grenoble in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in France

Check out the weather for other cities in France.

Monthly weather in Grenoble

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Grenoble, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.