Alsace · SpringMonth summary
Alsace weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
4°C – 12°C
🌧 Rainy days
39% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.6h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (8.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Alsace in March?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Alsace in March is possible but July offers a score of 8.4/10 vs 5.4.
By trip type
Alsace in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in March
🎯 Good hiking window — mild temperatures (12°C) and uncrowded trails Spring marks the start of the good season in Alsace. Temperatures rise (12°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 39% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 0°C | 6°C | 44% | 2.8 | 4.5h | 2.6/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 2°C | 9°C | 40% | 2.4 | 7.2h | 4.2/10 |
| ⛅ March | 4°C | 12°C | 39% | 2.0 | 9.6h | 5.4/10 |
| ⛅ April | 6°C | 16°C | 38% | 2.2 | 11.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 10°C | 19°C | 44% | 2.8 | 13.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 15°C | 24°C | 46% | 3.1 | 13.8h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 16°C | 26°C | 38% | 2.2 | 14.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 16°C | 26°C | 36% | 2.4 | 12.7h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 13°C | 21°C | 37% | 2.2 | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ October | 9°C | 16°C | 37% | 2.2 | 8.1h | 6.7/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 4°C | 10°C | 44% | 2.5 | 5.7h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 1°C | 7°C | 40% | 2.3 | 4.2h | 3.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Alsace averages 12°C, 39% rainy days and 9.6h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.4/10.
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Comparison
March vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 8.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +14°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -1%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +4.4h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Alsace in March
Is March a good time to visit Alsace?
March is not recommended for Alsace (score 5.4/10). With 39% rainy days and 9.6h of sunshine, consider July (8.4/10) instead.
What's the weather like in Alsace in March?
It's cool with 12°C daytime and 4°C at night. 9.6h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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