Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Lyon | Paris | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 13°C (55°F)▲ | 12°C (54°F) | Lyon |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 3°C (37°F) | 3°C (37°F) | Tie |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 11 days | 11 days | Tie |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 59 mm | 51 mm▲ | Paris |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 9h/day▲ | 7h/day | Lyon |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 17 km/h▲ | 19 km/h | Lyon |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Lyon edges ahead as the better destination in March. Lyon offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Paris sees 7 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.
Lyon is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Paris is cooler at 12°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, both cities are equally dry in March. Lyon receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Lyon reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Paris averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 3°C (37°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Lyon receives approximately 59 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Paris sees 51 mm over 11 rain days. Both cities are equally rainy this month.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 13°C, lows of 3°C, 11 rain days
Highs of 12°C, lows of 3°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Lyon | Paris | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 7°C | 13d | 7°C | 12d |
| Feb | 9°C | 10d | 8°C | 10d |
| Mar | 13°C | 11d | 12°C | 11d |
| Apr | 16°C | 12d | 15°C | 11d |
| May | 20°C | 13d | 19°C | 11d |
| Jun | 24°C | 12d | 22°C | 10d |
| Jul | 27°C | 10d | 24°C | 10d |
| Aug | 27°C | 9d | 24°C | 9d |
| Sep | 22°C | 9d | 21°C | 8d |
| Oct | 17°C | 11d | 16°C | 11d |
| Nov | 11°C | 12d | 11°C | 11d |
| Dec | 7°C | 12d | 7°C | 12d |
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