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Biarritz in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Biarritz in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Biarritz, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Biarritz in March 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Biarritz in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +15°C during the day and approximately 6 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 102 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • March is usually the driest month of the year in Biarritz

Average weather

☀️
+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
-6°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
102 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Biarritz has OK weather in March.

Average temperature in Biarritz in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Biarritz for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +27°C during the day to a minimum of 0°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +17°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 48% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +6°C to +19°C.

Is Biarritz warm or cold in March?

Biarritz is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +13°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +6°C to +8°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Biarritz:

Water temperature in Biarritz in March

Water in Biarritz in March is Cold. It varies from +11°C to +14°C, with an average of +12°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +15°C.

The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Biarritz are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +21°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +12°C.

Can you swim in Biarritz in March?

We would not recommend swimming in Biarritz in March, the water is very cold (+12°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Biarritz in March

Biarritz weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+13°C+15°C+16°C
Min. temperature
-6°C-6°C0°C
Max. temperature
+27°C+28°C+32°C
Rainfall
103 mm102 mm124 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+12°C+12°C+14°C
Humidity
74%73%75%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1017 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
565
Cloudy days
675
Rainy days
151819
Snowy days
100

March weather is still as ok as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +13°C to +15°C during the day. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 103 mm to 102 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 73%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 5 to 6.

April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Biarritz in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Biarritz is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Biarritz based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 83 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Biarritz wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 57% chance of precipitation and 147 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 45% chance of precipitation and 86 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Biarritz?

This is the weather in Biarritz in March 2023:
1 March
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+6°C
2 March
☁️
+9°C
3 March
☁️
+9°C
4 March
☀️
+11°C
5 March
☀️
+13°C
6 March
☁️
+12°C
7 March
☁️
+14°C
8 March
☀️
+19°C
9 March
☀️
+21°C
10 March
☁️
+20°C
11 March
🌫️
+17°C
12 March
☀️
+21°C
13 March
☀️
+25°C
14 March
🌧️
+14°C
15 March
☀️
+17°C
16 March
☀️
+24°C
17 March
☀️
+21°C
18 March
☀️
+17°C
19 March
☁️
+15°C
20 March
☀️
+19°C
21 March
☁️
+16°C
22 March
☀️
+17°C
23 March
☀️
+23°C
24 March
☁️
+18°C
25 March
☀️
+18°C
26 March
🌧️
+17°C
27 March
🌧️
+14°C
28 March
☀️
+24°C
29 March
☀️
+27°C
30 March
☀️
+22°C
31 March
☁️
+19°C
In March 2023 Biarritz had 17 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +6°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 40%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Biarritz climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Biarritz in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+17°C) and the highest in 2022 (+20°C). The driest year was 1991 with only 917 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 1763 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Biarritz in March:

Is March a good time to visit Biarritz?

It’s always a good time to visit Biarritz, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Biarritz in March?

March has mild temperatures in Biarritz. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Biarritz in March?

Swimming in Biarritz in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Biarritz rainy in March?

Biarritz is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Biarritz in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Biarritz in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Biarritz

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Biarritz, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.