France Paris Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Paris is Average
March is Average for Paris.
March is Paris's transition from winter to spring. Early March still has winter chill (5-8°C / 41-46°F daytime), but late March warms up to 14-16°C / 57-61°F with longer afternoons.
Cherry blossoms typically begin late March at Parc de Sceaux (south of Paris, RER B), Jardin des Plantes, and the Île aux Cygnes near the Eiffel Tower. Less famous than Tokyo or Washington DC but genuinely beautiful and far less crowded.
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Paris March Weather Stats
Avg High
12°C
Avg Low
4°C
Rainy Days
10
48mm total
Sunshine
4.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
Comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 28
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
19 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
Moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
11°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cherry blossoms emerge late month
- Daylight savings extends afternoons (sunset jumps to 7:30 PM)
- Hotel prices still moderate before April peak
Cons
- Variable weather — clear sun and cold rain alternating
- Versailles fountain shows just beginning
- Allergy season starts (cedar, birch)
March Events & Festivals
- Cherry blossoms begin (typically late March at Parc de Sceaux)
- International Agriculture Show (Salon de l'Agriculture, late February to early March)
- Daylight savings time begins last Sunday of March
Paris in March — Full Picture
March is Paris's transition from winter to spring. Early March still has winter chill (5-8°C / 41-46°F daytime), but late March warms up to 14-16°C / 57-61°F with longer afternoons.
Cherry blossoms typically begin late March at Parc de Sceaux (south of Paris, RER B), Jardin des Plantes, and the Île aux Cygnes near the Eiffel Tower. Less famous than Tokyo or Washington DC but genuinely beautiful and far less crowded.
Daylight savings shifts the clock forward last Sunday of March — sunset suddenly jumps from 6:30 to 7:30 PM, dramatically extending afternoons.
Weather remains variable: clear sunny days alternate with cold rain. Pack a folding umbrella. Hotel prices begin climbing toward spring peak rates but still reasonable. Versailles begins reopening its outdoor fountains in late March (off-season they're typically dry).
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light to medium coat, layered sweaters. Late March can hit 16°C / 61°F daytime but mornings still cool (4-6°C / 39-43°F). Light scarf for evenings.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current16°C
7.3°C
10/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24.3°C
15.3°C
8.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
16°C
8.7°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
7.7°C
2.3°C
10/mo
Paris Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | 2° | 10d·51mm | 2h | 84% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 8° | 2° | 9d·41mm | 3h | 81% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 4° | 10d·48mm | 4.5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 16° | 7° | 9d·47mm | 5.5h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 20° | 11° | 11d·63mm | 6.5h | 70% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 23° | 14° | 9d·50mm | 7.5h | 67% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 25° | 16° | 8d·53mm | 8h | 67% | 8 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 25° | 16° | 8d·58mm | 7.5h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 21° | 12° | 9d·55mm | 5.5h | 73% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| 16° | 9° | 11d·62mm | 4h | 80% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 5° | 11d·56mm | 2.5h | 84% | 2 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 8° | 3° | 11d·59mm | 1.5h | 85% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Paris?
Paris in March is Average. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Paris in March?
Paris March averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C.
Does it rain much in Paris in March?
Paris March averages 48mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Paris in March?
Light to medium coat, layered sweaters. Late March can hit 16°C / 61°F daytime but mornings still cool (4-6°C / 39-43°F). Light scarf for evenings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Paris in March?
Paris March sunrise is 07:08 and sunset is 18:38, with 11h 30m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Paris in March?
Paris March air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 19μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Paris in March?
In March, Paris is great for Cherry blossoms at Parc de Sceaux, Café terrace season begins, Versailles.
Is March peak season in Paris?
Paris March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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