March weather forecast
Nice, France

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A beautiful outline of the Nice City in France with the full panorama of the luxurious French Riviera
A beautiful outline of the Nice City in France with the full panorama of the luxurious French Riviera

Weather in March

By March, Nice starts to shed its winter layers, becoming more inviting for outdoor exploration. Sunshine begins to extend its morning greetings earlier, subtly heralding the imminent arrival of spring. Temperatures warm slightly this month, ranging from 7.6°C (45.7°F) to 11.7°C (53.1°F). The cloud cover decreases a bit, signaling clear, azure skies ready for paragliding. Sea temperatures start to encourage sea swimming as they hit 13.4°C (56.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of March marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a cool 11.7°C (53.1°F) from February's 9.4°C (48.9°F). March nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a frosty 7.6°C (45.7°F).

Humidity

In Nice, the average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 639mm (25.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March are months with snowfall. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Nice aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Nice, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Nice, in March, the average water temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).
Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 13.4°C (56.1°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:56 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Nice is 8.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during March leads to these advisories:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Nice?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during March are 11.7°C (53.1°F) and 7.6°C (45.7°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in March in Nice?

The average relative humidity in March in Nice, France, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Nice in March?

In March, in Nice, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Nice?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Nice aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the water temperature in March in Nice?

In March, the average sea temperature in Nice is 13.4°C (56.1°F). Swimming in 13.4°C (56.1°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in March in Nice?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Nice?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, in Nice, France, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:56 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Nice?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Nice?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Nice, France

Average temperature in March - Nice, France
  • Average high temperature in March: 11.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 7.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.5°C).

Average pressure in March
Nice, France

Average pressure in March - Nice, France
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1013.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Nice, France

Average wind speed in March - Nice, France
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Nice, France

Average humidity in March - Nice, France
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (68%).

Average rainfall in March
Nice, France

Average rainfall in March - Nice, France
  • Average rainfall in March: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (30mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Nice, France

Average rainfall days in March - Nice, France
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in March
Nice, France

Average snowfall in March - Nice, France
  • Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Nice, France

Average snowfall days in March - Nice, France
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Nice, France

Average sea temperature in March - Nice, France
  • Average sea temperature in March: 13.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.1°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Nice, France

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nice, France
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Nice, France

Average sunshine days in March - Nice, France
  • Average sunshine days in March: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in March
Nice, France

Average UV index in March - Nice, France
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Nice, France

Average cloud cover in March - Nice, France
  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in March
Nice, France

Average visibility in March - Nice, France
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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