Month summary
Alsace weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
39°F – 54°F
🌧 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: Not the best window: 39% rain risk and 9.6h of sunshine. July is much safer.
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
Spring marks the start of the good season in Alsace. Temperatures rise (12°F) 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 | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 32°F | 43°F | 44% | 0.1in | 4.5h | 2.6/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 36°F | 48°F | 40% | 0.1in | 7.2h | 4.2/10 |
| ⛅ March | 39°F | 54°F | 39% | 0.1in | 9.6h | 5.4/10 |
| ⛅ April | 43°F | 61°F | 38% | 0.1in | 11.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 50°F | 66°F | 44% | 0.1in | 13.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 59°F | 75°F | 46% | 0.1in | 13.8h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 61°F | 79°F | 38% | 0.1in | 14.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 61°F | 79°F | 36% | 0.1in | 12.7h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 55°F | 70°F | 37% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ October | 48°F | 61°F | 37% | 0.1in | 8.1h | 6.7/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 39°F | 50°F | 44% | 0.1in | 5.7h | 4.1/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 34°F | 45°F | 40% | 0.1in | 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 54°F, 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°F
- 🌧 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 54°F daytime and 39°F at night. 9.6h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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