March weather forecast
La Rochelle, France

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Weather in March

As the seasons change, March brings a scenic transformation to La Rochelle, with an increase in the average temperature to 12.4°C (54.3°F). Daily life starts humming with more activity, as locals enjoy longer daylight hours and appreciate the first signs of spring. The city is still less crowded, granting an intensified private encounter with its rich architecture. Historical sites like the Saint Nicolas Tower capture the changing colors of the season majestically. It is a transitional month that paints the city with an alluring ambiance and warming weather.

Temperature

March's weather in La Rochelle records an average high-temperature of a fresh 12.4°C (54.3°F), showing little deviation from February. Throughout March, the average low-temperature in La Rochelle records at a frosty 6.7°C (44.1°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in La Rochelle is 79%.

Rainfall

In La Rochelle, France, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.5 rainfall days, and 528mm (20.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in La Rochelle are February, March and December. March is the month with the most snowfall in La Rochelle. Snow falls for 0.1 days and accumulates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

Sea temperature

In La Rochelle, in March, the average water temperature is 10.1°C (50.2°F).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 10.1°C (50.2°F) without protection. Falling below 10°C (50°F) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In La Rochelle, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:32 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in La Rochelle is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in La Rochelle?

In La Rochelle, in March, the average high-temperature is 12.4°C (54.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.7°C (44.1°F).

What is the average humidity in March in La Rochelle?

The average relative humidity in March in La Rochelle is 79%.

How much does it rain in La Rochelle in March?

In La Rochelle, France, in March, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in La Rochelle?

The month with the most snowfall in La Rochelle, France, is March, when snow falls for 0.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of snow.

What is the last month it snows in La Rochelle?

March is the last month it regularly snows in La Rochelle, France. During 0.1 snowfall days, in March, La Rochelle aggregates 4mm (0.16") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in March in La Rochelle?

In March, the average sea temperature in La Rochelle is 10.1°C (50.2°F). Swimming in 10.1°C (50.2°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does La Rochelle have in March?

In La Rochelle, France, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in La Rochelle?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, in La Rochelle, France, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:32 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does La Rochelle have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in La Rochelle?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in March in La Rochelle?

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

Average temperature in March
La Rochelle, France

Average temperature in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average high temperature in March: 12.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 6.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
La Rochelle, France

Average pressure in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
La Rochelle, France

Average wind speed in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average wind speed in March: 19.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
La Rochelle, France

Average humidity in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average humidity in March: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).

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Average rainfall in March
La Rochelle, France

Average rainfall in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average rainfall in March: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (84mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
La Rochelle, France

Average rainfall days in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in March
La Rochelle, France

Average snowfall in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average snowfall in March: 4mm

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

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Average snowfall days in March
La Rochelle, France

Average snowfall days in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
La Rochelle, France

Average sea temperature in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average sea temperature in March: 10.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (9.9°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
La Rochelle, France

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

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: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in March
La Rochelle, France

Average sunshine days in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
La Rochelle, France

Average UV index in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
La Rochelle, France

Average cloud cover in March - La Rochelle, France
  • Average cloud cover in March: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in March
La Rochelle, France

Average visibility in March - La Rochelle, 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).

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