March weather forecastOrléans, France
March
Weather in March
With the dawn of March in Orléans, a noticeable transition towards spring becomes apparent. A significant drop in snowfall to 1mm (0.04") introduces the first signs of this shift. The days begin to stretch out, gradually replacing the biting cold with a more bearable chill. The eastern winds blow with a persistence that busily hustles the city towards spring. As March turns the corner, the advent of spring heralds a welcome change for those weary of winter's hold.Temperature
The beginning of March in Orléans marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from February's frosty 7.8°C (46°F) to a cool 11.9°C (53.4°F). March nights in Orléans are marked by an average temperature drop to a wintry 3.8°C (38.8°F).Humidity
In Orléans, the average relative humidity in March is 79%.Rainfall
In Orléans, France, in March, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation. In Orléans, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.5 days and collects up to 464mm (18.27") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Orléans are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in March, Orléans aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Orléans, France, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.7 days and aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in March in Orléans is 11h and 56min.On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:21 CET.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine is 6.2h.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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during March, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Orléans, France
- Average high temperature in March: 11.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).
- Average low temperature in March: 3.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).
Average pressure in March
Orléans, 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 (1014mbar).
Average wind speed in March
Orléans, France
- Average wind speed in March: 14.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2km/h).
Average humidity in March
Orléans, France
- Average humidity in March: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in March
Orléans, France
- Average rainfall in March: 35mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).
Average rainfall days in March
Orléans, France
- Average rainfall days in March: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in March
Orléans, France
- Average snowfall in March: 1mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in March
Orléans, France
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Orléans, France
- Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in March: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in March
Orléans, France
- Average sunshine days in March: 15.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Orléans, 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).
Average cloud cover in March
Orléans, France
- Average cloud cover in March: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in March
Orléans, France
- Average visibility in March: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and November (8km).
