March weather forecastPerpignan, France

March

Weather in March

Perpignan March weather blossoms into a warmer season with the spring equinox bringing higher temperatures. A significant trend during March is the higher rainfall, marking a shift from the drier February and contributing to the blossoming local flora. The average sea temperature remains persistently at 13°C (55.4°F) from January through to March, a consistent figure indicating the cooler marine climate during this period. March features slightly lower wind speeds, producing a gentler breeze that complements the welcoming weather. As spring transforms the landscape, Perpignan's residents enjoy more daylight and a lower frequency of cloud cover.

Temperature

As Perpignan transitions from February to March, the average high-temperatures adjust to a mild 14.1°C (57.4°F), nearly the same as the previous 11.2°C (52.2°F). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a frosty 7.4°C (45.3°F) during March.

Humidity

In Perpignan, the average relative humidity in March is 68%.

Rainfall

In Perpignan, in March, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation. In Perpignan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.2 days and collects up to 414mm (16.3") of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Perpignan are January through March, with an average sea temperature of 13°C (55.4°F).
Note: At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of March, in Perpignan, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:13 CET.

Sunshine

In Perpignan, the average sunshine in March is 8.4h.

UV index

In Perpignan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in March leads to these guidelines:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

In Perpignan, in March, the average high-temperature is 14.1°C (57.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F).

In Perpignan, France, the average relative humidity in March is 68%.

In Perpignan, in March, during 10.7 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

March through December are months without snowfall.

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

January through March, with an average sea temperature of 13°C (55.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Perpignan.

In Perpignan, the average seawater temperature in March is 13°C (55.4°F). Swimming in 13°C (55.4°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

On the first day of March in Perpignan, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:13 CET.

In Perpignan, France, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.4h.

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Perpignan, France, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average high temperature in March: 14.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 7.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average pressure in March: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average wind speed in March: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13km/h).

Average humidity in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average humidity in March: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average rainfall in March: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average sea temperature in March: 13°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (13°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Perpignan, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average sunshine days in March: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Perpignan, France

  • Average cloud cover in March: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in March
Perpignan, 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).