March weather forecastCannes, France

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March

Weather in March

March, though typically viewed as a transitional period between winter and spring, introduces a noticeable warming trend in Cannes. The month is characterized by a distinctive hike in average temperatures as they range from 8.6°C (47.5°F) to 14.1°C (57.4°F), marking a shift towards the warmer months of the year. The length of days seen by residents begins to expand, and the amount of rainfall drops. The increased temperatures allow for a more enjoyable time in the city, despite the still-cold sea temperatures remaining. Meanwhile, wind patterns exhibit a mild increase compared to previous months, but it does not significantly impact Cannes' overall weather.

Temperature

Cannes's shift into March sets the average high-temperature at a moderate 14.1°C (57.4°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from February's 11.3°C (52.3°F). March in Cannes generally records an average low-temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 66%.

Rainfall

In Cannes, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.2 rainfall days, and 501mm (19.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Cannes, France, snow does not fall in March through December.

Sea temperature

In Cannes, in March, the average water temperature is 13.4°C (56.1°F).
Note: At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:57 CET.

Sunshine

In Cannes, France, the average sunshine in March is 8.6h.

UV index

In Cannes, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In March, in Cannes, the average high-temperature is 14.1°C (57.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 8.6°C (47.5°F).

The average relative humidity in March in Cannes is 66%.

In Cannes, France, in March, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation.

March through December are months without snowfall in Cannes, France.

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

In Cannes, in March, the average water temperature 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.

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:57 CET.

In Cannes, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.6h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Cannes, France, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Cannes, France

  • Average high temperature in March: 14.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 8.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (6.4°C).

Average pressure in March
Cannes, France

  • Average pressure in March: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and November (1013.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Cannes, France

  • Average wind speed in March: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Cannes, France

  • Average humidity in March: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in March
Cannes, France

  • Average rainfall in March: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (117mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Cannes, France

  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Cannes, France

  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Cannes, France

  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Cannes, 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
Cannes, France

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

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 36min

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

Average sunshine days in March
Cannes, France

  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Cannes, 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
Cannes, France

  • Average cloud cover in March: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in March
Cannes, 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).