March weather forecast
Dijon, France

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Weather in March

March in Dijon signifies a shift from cold winter months towards the onset of spring. Average snowfall values plummet to just 8mm (0.31") as Dijon breaks away from its winter chills. The city experiences a gradual increase in daylight hours and temperatures as spring approaches. Increased hours of sunshine and better visibility offer some relief from the gloom of winter past. One can expect frequent rainfalls to continue, but the city's denizens start to welcome slightly warmer days.

Temperature

The shift from February to March in Dijon introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F) to a fresh 11.1°C (52°F). Throughout the month of March, Dijon witnesses an average low-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Dijon is 81%.

Rainfall

In Dijon, France, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dijon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.3 days and collects up to 551mm (21.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dijon are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Dijon aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow. In Dijon, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of snow.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Dijon is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of March in Dijon, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:08 CET.

Sunshine

In Dijon, the average sunshine in March is 6.9h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature in Dijon?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Dijon, is 11.1°C (52°F) and the average low-temperature is 2.5°C (36.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Dijon?

In Dijon, France, the average relative humidity in March is 81%.

How much does it rain in Dijon in March?

In Dijon, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Dijon?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Dijon, France. During 1.3 snowfall days, in March, Dijon aggregates 8mm (0.31") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dijon have in March?

In March, the average day length is 11h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Dijon?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, in Dijon, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 19:08 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Dijon?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Dijon?

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

Average temperature in March - Dijon, France
  • Average high temperature in March: 11.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.1°C).

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Average pressure in March
Dijon, France

Average pressure in March - Dijon, France
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Dijon, France

Average wind speed in March - Dijon, France
  • Average wind speed in March: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Dijon, France

Average humidity in March - Dijon, France
  • Average humidity in March: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Dijon, France

Average rainfall in March - Dijon, France
  • Average rainfall in March: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Dijon, France

Average rainfall days in March - Dijon, France
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Dijon, France

Average snowfall in March - Dijon, France
  • Average snowfall in March: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (34mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Dijon, France

Average snowfall days in March - Dijon, France
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Dijon, France

Average sunshine days in March - Dijon, France
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Dijon, France

Average UV index in March - Dijon, France
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Dijon, France

Average cloud cover in March - Dijon, France
  • Average cloud cover in March: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in March
Dijon, France

Average visibility in March - Dijon, France
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, October, November and December (8km).

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