What is the weather like in Chamonix in March?

Expect temperatures between -2°C and 8°C with 35% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Chamonix in March?

Chamonix in March scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Solid choice for most travelers.

Who should visit Chamonix in March?

March in Chamonix is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Chamonix Weather in March | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

8°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

-2°C

Coolest around day 6

Rainy Days

28days

35% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Chamonix March Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Cloudy

6°C33%

Day 2

Cloudy

6°C35%

Day 3

Cloudy

6°C38%

Day 4

Cloudy

6°C37%

Day 5

Cloudy

6°C39%

Day 6

Rainy

6°C42%

Day 7

Rainy

6°C41%

Day 8

Rainy

6°C41%

Day 9

Rainy

6°C42%

Day 10

Cloudy

7°C39%

Day 11

Cloudy

7°C38%

Day 12

Cloudy

7°C39%

Day 13

Cloudy

7°C40%

Day 14

Cloudy

8°C36%

Day 15

Cloudy

8°C36%

Day 16

Cloudy

8°C34%

Day 17

Cloudy

9°C34%

Day 18

Cloudy

9°C29%

Day 19

Cloudy

9°C27%

Day 20

Cloudy

9°C25%

Day 21

Cloudy

9°C25%

Day 22

Cloudy

9°C25%

Day 23

Cloudy

9°C28%

Day 24

Cloudy

9°C32%

Day 25

Cloudy

9°C34%

Day 26

Cloudy

9°C36%

Day 27

Cloudy

8°C36%

Day 28

Cloudy

9°C39%

Day 29

Cloudy

9°C38%

Day 30

Cloudy

9°C39%

Day 31

Cloudy

9°C38%

Essential Travel Info for Chamonix

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

French

Driving

Right side

Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.895

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to France. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to France.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in France.If rabies exposures occur while in France, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

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Is March a Good Time to Visit Chamonix?

👍Solid choice for most travelers(66/100)

Short Answer

Chamonix's March averages 8°C - cold but manageable with proper attire. Lower tourism (50% of peak) means better prices and fewer queues.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Plenty of sunshine

8.3h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

50% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Exceptional dining scene

31 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 7.7°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 45/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Chamonix in March averages 8°C with 35% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Chamonix in March

What are the temperatures in Chamonix in March?

Daytime highs average 8°C, nights drop to -2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Chamonix in March?

Expect around 28 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Chamonix in March?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is March peak season in Chamonix?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Chamonix Weather in March

Chamonix March Weather Calendar

Essential Travel Info for Chamonix

Travel Intelligence

Smart Flight Estimator

Health & Safety Advisory

COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Rabies

Tick-borne Encephalitis

Decision Factors

Good For

Who Should Avoid

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