French Alps in march: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in the French Alps in march 2025
Below, you have access to the weather forecast for the month of march for most popular cities in Rhône-Alpes. These predictions are statistics for march from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather indicated.
Average weather in march in Grenoble (Isère)
very bad weather 212.5cm
Weather at 6am
38°F
Clear/Sunny
34% of time
20%
15%
13%
Weather at 12pm
47°F
Clear/Sunny
39% of time
19%
19%
9%
Weather at 6pm
40°F
Clear/Sunny
33% of time
25%
16%
8%
Weather at 3am
38°F
33%
16%
15%
12%
More information about the weather in Grenoble (Isère) in march
Where to go in the French Alps in march?
Where to go in the French Alps in march: destination map
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Where to go in march based on the weather?
| Haute-Savoie (Annecy (Haute-Savoie), Chamonix, La Clusaz...) | 36°F to 52°F | 5 à 9 days | very bad weather |
| Hautes-Alpes (Gap (Hautes-Alpes), Briançon, Les Orres...) | 38°F to 58°F | 4 à 9 days | very bad weather |
| Isère (Grenoble (Isère), Alpe d'Huez, Charmant Som...) | 38°F to 49°F | 6 à 9 days | very bad weather |
| Savoie (Chambéry, Aix-les-Bains, Val Thorens...) | 32°F to 56°F | 5 à 10 days | very bad weather |
Where should you go in the French Alps in march when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in the French Alps in march is very bad across the board.
March is not the best month to go to in Rhône-Alpes. The weather in Drôme and Montélimar is quite correct. The sun is not there all the time and you might make you wet by rain often. Nevertheless, if you don't plan a beach and sun trip in Rhône-Alpes but rather discovery of heritage or a trek, this climate may be good enough for you. In addition, there are definitely fewer tourists this month.
But it is finally better than in Ardèche, Annecy (Haute-Savoie), Aix-les-Bains, Annonay, Thonon-les-Bains, Bourg-en-Bresse (Ain), Lyon, Savoy, Roanne, Chamonix, Saint-Etienne, Grenoble (Isère) and Chambéry and surrounding areas where the climate is very bad. It is really not advisable to go to these areas this month.
Climate in the French Alps in march
Climate in Grenoble (Isère) in march
In march, maximum temperature is 49°F and minimum temperature is 36°F (for an average temperature of 43°F). The climate is rather cold here in this month, but it is livable by dressing hot. With 6.9in over 9 days, rain may occur during your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.9in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 9 day(s) (31%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 43% | ||
| Length of day | 11:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Aix-les-Bains in march
In the month of march, maximum temperature is 56°F and minimum temperature is 36°F (for an average temperature of 45°F). The climate is rather cold in this location in this month, but it is bearable when dressing cosy. With 5.2in over 7 days, rainfall can happen throughout your vacations. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 45°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 11:53 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Alpe d'Huez in march
In march, the mean temperature in Alpe d'Huez is 32°F (maximum temperature is 38°F and minimum temperature is 27°F). The climate is quite cold in that area in this month. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With 5.8in over 8 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your holidays. But this is pretty moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 32°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 38°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 27°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.8in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (27%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 10 | ||
| Cloud cover | 44% | ||
| Length of day | 11:54 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Annecy (Haute-Savoie) in march
In march, the mean temperature in Annecy (Haute-Savoie) is 43°F (maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 32°F). The climate is rather fresh around this city in the month of march, but it is liveable when dressing hot. With 5.6in over 7 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your vacations. But this is rather moderate and it will not be continuous.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 32°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (24%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 11:53 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Chambéry in march
In march, the mean temperature in Chambéry is 45°F (maximum temperature is 56°F and minimum temperature is 36°F). The climate is rather cool in this city in the month of march, but it is livable when dressing cosy. With 5.2in over 7 days, rainfall can happen throughout your stay. But this is rather reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
| March | |||
| Average temperature | 45°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Rainfall | 5.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 7 day(s) (23%) | ||
| Humidity | 86% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 11 | ||
| Cloud cover | 38% | ||
| Length of day | 11:53 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in the French Alps in march
| Grenoble (Isère) in march | very bad weather |
| Aix-les-Bains in march | very bad weather |
| Alpe d'Huez in march | very bad weather |
| Annecy (Haute-Savoie) in march | very bad weather |
| Chambéry in march | very bad weather |
| Chamonix in march | very bad weather |
| La Clusaz in march | very bad weather |
| La Plagne in march | very bad weather |
| Les Menuires in march | very bad weather |
| Savoy in march | very bad weather |
| Tignes in march | very bad weather |
| Val Thorens in march | very bad weather |
| Avoriaz in march | very bad weather |
| Bonneval-sur-Arc in march | very bad weather |
| Briançon in march | very bad weather |
| Gap (Hautes-Alpes) in march | very bad weather |
| Bourget Lake (Lac du Bourget) in march | very bad weather |
| Les Orres in march | very bad weather |
| Thonon-les-Bains in march | very bad weather |
| Aiguille du Midi in march | very bad weather |
| Aussois in march | very bad weather |
Weather data for French Alps in march:
Weather data for French Alps in march is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in the French Alps. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in the French Alps can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to the French Alps.