March weather forecastHendaye, France

March

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Hendaye, is still a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between min 6°C (42.8°F) and max 15°C (59°F).

Temperature

March's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still moderate 15°C (59°F), hardly different from the previous month. Hendaye, in March, witnesses an average low-temperature of 6°C (42.8°F).

Rainfall

In Hendaye, in March, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 111mm (4.37") of accumulated precipitation. In Hendaye, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184 days and collects up to 1373mm (54.06") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Hendaye, the average seawater temperature in March is 12.5°C (54.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 12.5°C (54.5°F) is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 10°C (50°F) leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Hendaye is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:32 CET.

Sunshine

In Hendaye, the average sunshine in March is 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

During March, Hendaye experiences an average high-temperature of 15°C (59°F) and a low-temperature of 6°C (42.8°F).

In March, the rain falls for 17 days. Throughout March, 111mm (4.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

In March, the average sea temperature in Hendaye, France, is 12.5°C (54.5°F). Swimming in 12.5°C (54.5°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

The average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, in Hendaye, France, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:32 CET.

In Hendaye, France, the average sunshine duration in March is 5h.

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

  • Average high temperature in March: 15°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (16°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and December (5°C).

Average rainfall in March
Hendaye, France

  • Average rainfall in March: 111mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (158mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (62mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Hendaye, France

  • Average rainfall days in March: 17 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and April (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (12 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Hendaye, France

  • Average sea temperature in March: 12.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (12.4°C).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in March
Hendaye, France

  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).