March weather forecast
Nantes, France

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An aerial panorama of the colorful and dense city of Nantes in France
An aerial panorama of the colorful and dense city of Nantes in France

Weather in March

Weather in March sees Nantes transition effectively from winter towards the more comfortable spring season. There is a certain freshness in the air as nature begins to thrust its colors. This period is marked by an increase in daylight hours, enhancing the city’s vibrancy. As continuous gusts of wind from the previous months subside, the outdoor conditions dramatically improve. However, the month sports a marginal snowfall total of 1mm (0.04").

Temperature

The beginning of March in Nantes records an average high-temperature of a cool 12.3°C (54.1°F), marking a negligible difference from February's 9.6°C (49.3°F). March witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a wintry 4.3°C (39.7°F).

Humidity

In Nantes, France, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

Rainfall

In Nantes, France, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nantes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.5 days and collects up to 472mm (18.58") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March, May through October and December are months without snowfall in Nantes.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Nantes is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of March, in Nantes, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:34 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.6h.

UV index

In Nantes, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. 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 average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Nantes in March?

March temperatures in Nantes, France, vary between a high-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F) and a low-temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Nantes?

In Nantes, the average relative humidity in March is 83%.

How much does it rain in Nantes in March?

In Nantes, France, in March, during 15 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Nantes?

In Nantes, France, snow does not fall in March, May through October and December.

Does it snow in Nantes in March?

In March, in Nantes, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Nantes have in March?

The average day length in March in Nantes is 11h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Nantes?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, in Nantes, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:34 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Nantes have in March?

In Nantes, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Nantes?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Nantes, France, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Nantes, France

Average temperature in March - Nantes, France
  • Average high temperature in March: 12.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.9°C).

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Average pressure in March
Nantes, France

Average pressure in March - Nantes, France
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Nantes, France

Average wind speed in March - Nantes, France
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Nantes, France

Average humidity in March - Nantes, France
  • Average humidity in March: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

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Average rainfall in March
Nantes, France

Average rainfall in March - Nantes, France
  • Average rainfall in March: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (66mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Nantes, France

Average rainfall days in March - Nantes, France
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Nantes, France

Average snowfall in March - Nantes, France
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Nantes, France

Average snowfall days in March - Nantes, France
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Nantes, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Nantes, France

Average sunshine days in March - Nantes, France
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in March
Nantes, France

Average UV index in March - Nantes, 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
Nantes, France

Average cloud cover in March - Nantes, France
  • Average cloud cover in March: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in March
Nantes, France

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

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

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