Is March a good time to visit Provence?

March is not an optimal month for Provence (Score: 56/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.

How warm is it in Provence in March?

In March, Provence sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 5°C, with a daily average of 10°C.

How much rain falls in Provence in March?

In March, Provence receives an average of 38 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Provence get in March?

Provence averages 7 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

Is March a good time to visit Provence?

March is not an optimal month for Provence (Score: 56/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.

How warm is it in Provence in March?

In March, Provence sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 5°C, with a daily average of 10°C.

How much rain falls in Provence in March?

In March, Provence receives an average of 38 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Provence get in March?

Provence averages 7 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

Provence · March

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Climate Overview

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
MAX🌡MAX	11°	13°	17°	20°	24°	29°	32°	31°	27°	22°	15°	11°
MIN🌡MIN	3°	3°	5°	9°	12°	17°	19°	18°	15°	12°	7°	3°
☀️Sunshine	4h UV 3	5h UV 4	7h UV 6	8h UV 7	9h UV 8	10h UV 8	11h UV 8	10h UV 8	8h UV 7	6h UV 5	5h UV 3	4h UV 3
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Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.

March in Provence at 16°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, and September.

Daytime temperatures reach up to 16°C, cooling to 5°C at night (daily average: 10°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 38 mm total.

Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.

Packing list for Provence in March

Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
Leichte Jacke
Pullover oder Fleece
Sonnencreme
Sonnenbrille
Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
Reiseapotheke

Frequently Asked Questions

Is March a good time to visit Provence?: March is not an optimal month for Provence (Score: 56/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
How warm is it in Provence in March?: In March, Provence sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 5°C, with a daily average of 10°C.
How much rain falls in Provence in March?: In March, Provence receives an average of 38 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
How many sunshine hours does Provence get in March?: Provence averages 7 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.