If you plan to visit Paris in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +54°F during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 16 rainy days in the month and around 54 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+54°F
Avg. max. temperature
+19°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
54 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
16 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Paris has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Paris in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Paris 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 +30°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +55°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 36% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +45°F to +59°F.
Is Paris warm or cold in March?
Paris is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +46°F to +54°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +36°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 Paris:
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Climate in Paris in March
Paris weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+46°F
+54°F
+59°F
Min. temperature
+10°F
+19°F
+27°F
Max. temperature
+70°F
+77°F
+82°F
Rainfall
44 mm
54 mm
53 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Humidity
79%
74%
68%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
5
7
9
Cloudy days
9
7
5
Rainy days
12
16
15
Snowy days
2
1
0
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +46°F to +54°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 44 mm to 54 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 79% to 74%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 5 to 7.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Paris in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Paris is gradually increasing during March, going from 5 m/s to 9 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Paris based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 88 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Paris wettest month is May, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 73 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 41% chance of precipitation and 44 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in Paris 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.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Paris?
This is the weather in Paris in March 2023:
1 March
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+45°F
2 March
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+49°F
3 March
☀️
+49°F
4 March
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+43°F
5 March
☁️
+44°F
6 March
☁️
+45°F
7 March
☁️
+49°F
8 March
🌧️
+58°F
9 March
🌧️
+58°F
10 March
🌧️
+52°F
11 March
☁️
+47°F
12 March
☁️
+58°F
13 March
🌧️
+60°F
14 March
🌧️
+52°F
15 March
☀️
+52°F
16 March
☀️
+63°F
17 March
☀️
+62°F
18 March
🌧️
+60°F
19 March
☀️
+53°F
20 March
☀️
+58°F
21 March
☀️
+60°F
22 March
☁️
+58°F
23 March
☁️
+62°F
24 March
🌧️
+60°F
25 March
☁️
+58°F
26 March
🌧️
+54°F
27 March
☀️
+50°F
28 March
☀️
+51°F
29 March
☀️
+70°F
30 March
🌧️
+63°F
31 March
🌧️
+59°F
In March 2023 Paris had 12 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +55°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +43°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 1 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Paris climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Paris in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+57°F) and the highest in 2022 (+64°F). The driest year was 1991 with only 366 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2000 with 1287 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Paris in March:
Is March a good time to visit Paris?
It’s always a good time to visit Paris, 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 Paris in March?
March has mild temperatures in Paris. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Paris rainy in March?
Paris 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 Paris in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Paris in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
How much does it cost to fly to Paris in March?
The normal prices to fly to Paris is $392 - $746. It means that the majority of our users have picked flights in this range. To find the best price we recommend you search early, using our flexible dates feature.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Paris, 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.
