March weather forecast
Clermont-Ferrand, France

March heralds the arrival of spring in Clermont-Ferrand, with temperatures climbing from 0.3°C (32.5°F) to 13.1°C (55.6°F), a noticeable leap from the freezing thresholds of winter. An increase in sunshine hours accompanies this surge in temperature, enabling people to gradually return to their outdoor routines. The weather sees a drastic turnaround, with rainfall becoming more common than snowfall. Anticipate a degree of fluctuation between sunny and rainy days, as nature transitions through the seasons. Humidity levels dip, yet the overall weather remains relatively wet.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's frosty 9.2°C (48.6°F) to a moderate 13.1°C (55.6°F). Throughout March, Clermont-Ferrand experiences a low-temperature average of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Clermont-Ferrand is 69%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout March, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated. In Clermont-Ferrand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.4 days and collects up to 579mm (22.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In March, snow falls for 3.3 days. Throughout the year, in Clermont-Ferrand, there are 21.6 snowfall days.

Daylight

In Clermont-Ferrand, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of March, in Clermont-Ferrand, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 19:14 CET.

Sunshine

In Clermont-Ferrand, the average sunshine in March is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Clermont-Ferrand is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during March morphs into the following directions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.