March weather forecast
Rouen, France

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Weather in March

As spring starts to set in March, Rouen experiences the transition from frosty winter to a relatively warmer environment. The snow retreats completely with accumulation reducing to 8mm over 1 day. March shows the city in its phase of transition - from snowy landscapes to clear skies and warming weather. The rise in temperature and improved daylight hours make outdoor strolls a treat. The hint of an imminent warmer season is a welcome change.

Temperature

The coming of March brings a minor shift in Rouen's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's frosty 7.5°C to a cool 10.9°C. Rouen experiences a steady low-temperature of 3.3°C throughout March.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rouen, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm of precipitation. In Rouen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.9 days and collects up to 524mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rouen are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Rouen aggregates 8mm of snow. Throughout the year, in Rouen, there are 7 snowfall days, and 43mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of March in Rouen, France, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 18:37 CET. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 20:24 CEST.
Note: On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CET to CEST. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CEST to CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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FAQ

What are the temperatures in Rouen in March?

In Rouen, in March, the average high-temperature is 10.9°C, and the average low-temperature is 3.3°C.

What is the average humidity in March in Rouen?

The average relative humidity in March in Rouen, France, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Rouen in March?

In Rouen, during March, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Rouen?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Rouen. During 1 snowfall days, in March, Rouen aggregates 8mm of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rouen?

In Rouen, France, the average day length in March is 11h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Rouen?

On the first day of March in Rouen, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 18:37 CET. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 20:24 CEST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Rouen?

On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in Rouen, and the time zone changes from CET to CEST. DST ends on Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 03:00.

How many hours of sunshine does Rouen have in March?

In Rouen, the average sunshine duration in March is 5.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in March in Rouen?

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

Average temperature in March - Rouen, France
  • Average high temperature in March: 10.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 3.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in March
Rouen, France

Average pressure in March - Rouen, France
  • Average pressure in March: 1016.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Rouen, France

Average wind speed in March - Rouen, France
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.5km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Rouen, France

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).

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Average rainfall in March
Rouen, France

Average rainfall in March - Rouen, France
  • Average rainfall in March: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Rouen, France

Average rainfall days in March - Rouen, France
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.1 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Rouen, France

Average snowfall in March - Rouen, France
  • Average snowfall in March: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Rouen, France

Average snowfall days in March - Rouen, France
  • Average snowfall days in March: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Rouen, France

Average sunshine days in March - Rouen, France
  • Average sunshine days in March: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in March
Rouen, France

Average UV index in March - Rouen, France
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Rouen, France

Average cloud cover in March - Rouen, France
  • Average cloud cover in March: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in March
Rouen, France

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).

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