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Montpellier in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Montpellier in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Montpellier, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Montpellier in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Montpellier in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +59°F and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 11 rainy days and 50 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+21°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
50 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Montpellier has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Montpellier in March

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

Going from a maximum of +70°F during the day to a minimum of +34°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +52°F to +66°F.

Is Montpellier warm or cold in March?

Montpellier is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +54°F to +59°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +39°F to +45°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 Montpellier:

Climate in Montpellier in March

Montpellier weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+54°F+59°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+16°F+21°F+32°F
Max. temperature
+73°F+79°F+84°F
Rainfall
52 mm50 mm63 mm
Wind
3 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
69%66%67%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1016 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
121312
Cloudy days
666
Rainy days
101112
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +54°F to +59°F during the day. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 52 mm to 50 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 69% to 66%. Winds are stronger in comparison to February, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 12 to 13.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Montpellier is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Montpellier based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 23 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 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:
Montpellier wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 133 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 18 mm of rainfall per day.

Snow

Amount of snow in mm during March in Montpellier based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in March, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 0 mm.

March is one of the snowiest months in Montpellier.

Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:

How was the weather last March in Montpellier?

This is the weather in Montpellier in March 2023:
1 March
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+52°F
2 March
☀️
+54°F
3 March
☀️
+58°F
4 March
☀️
+61°F
5 March
☀️
+59°F
6 March
☀️
+58°F
7 March
☀️
+53°F
8 March
☀️
+58°F
9 March
☀️
+61°F
10 March
☀️
+63°F
11 March
🌧️
+69°F
12 March
☀️
+69°F
13 March
☀️
+61°F
14 March
☀️
+60°F
15 March
☀️
+63°F
16 March
☀️
+60°F
17 March
☀️
+58°F
18 March
☀️
+58°F
19 March
☀️
+61°F
20 March
☀️
+64°F
21 March
☀️
+63°F
22 March
☀️
+63°F
23 March
☁️
+59°F
24 March
☁️
+63°F
25 March
☀️
+66°F
26 March
☀️
+62°F
27 March
☀️
+64°F
28 March
☀️
+62°F
29 March
☁️
+62°F
30 March
☁️
+63°F
31 March
☀️
+67°F
In March 2023 Montpellier had 26 sunny days, 4 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 38%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+64°F) and the highest in 2022 (+70°F). The driest year was 1998 with only 421 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2018 with 1287 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Montpellier in March:

Is March a good time to visit Montpellier?

March is a really good time to go to Montpellier. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Montpellier.

Can you sunbathe in Montpellier in March?

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

Is Montpellier rainy in March?

Montpellier 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 Montpellier in March?

The amount of sunny days in Montpellier during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in France

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Monthly weather in Montpellier

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Montpellier, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

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.