March weather forecastChamonix, France
March
Weather in March
March signals the first whispers of spring in Chamonix, with temperatures moderately rising from those in February. Sunlight begins to break through the icy haze, and the snow underfoot slowly starts to thin. March witnesses maximum snowfall, with up to 194mm (7.64") of snow accumulation. The positive shift in weather makes March an excellent time to experience outdoor pursuits amidst the melting snow, as the town ushers in the spring season.Temperature
The arrival of March denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to an icy 0.8°C (33.4°F) from February's -2.1°C (28.2°F). March nights in Chamonix cool down to an average low-temperature of -7.4°C (18.7°F).Humidity
The most humid month in Chamonix, France, is March, with an average relative humidity of 91%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout March, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Chamonix are January through May, October through December. In March, in Chamonix, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout March, 194mm (7.64") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chamonix, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 924mm (36.38") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.On the first day of March in Chamonix, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:59 CET.
Sunshine
In Chamonix, the average sunshine in March is 5.9h.UV index
January through March and November, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Chamonix. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Chamonix, France
- Average high temperature in March: 0.8°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.3°C).
- Average low temperature in March: -7.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.4°C).
Average pressure in March
Chamonix, France
- Average pressure in March: 1016.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.1mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Chamonix, France
- Average wind speed in March: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in March
Chamonix, France
- Average humidity in March: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).
Average rainfall in March
Chamonix, France
- Average rainfall in March: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Chamonix, France
- Average rainfall days in March: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in March
Chamonix, France
- Average snowfall in March: 194mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (245mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Chamonix, France
- Average snowfall days in March: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Chamonix, France
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in March: 5h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Chamonix, France
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Chamonix, France
- Average UV index in March: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in March
Chamonix, France
- Average cloud cover in March: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in March
Chamonix, France
- Average visibility in March: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).
