Early spring · Weather & things to do
Amboise in March
Amboise warms up: highs climb to 54°F (12°C), from 47°F in February, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (54 mm)
- Humidity
- 85%
- Cloud cover
- 64%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What March feels like
It's cool, with highs near 54°F (12°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 37°F (3°C).
About 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's March.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May – September.
- Comfort improves from 56/100 in February to 69/100.
- Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Amboise in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Pagode de Chanteloup
18th-century Chinese-style pagoda in a park, with lawn games and views.
Why now March scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Domaine de Chaumont-sur-Loire
Château, stables and an annual international garden festival.
Why now Highs near 54°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Amboise Market
Riverside market with cheeses, charcuterie and produce.
Loire à Vélo
Signed riverside cycle route; the Amboise–Tours stretch is about 25 km and flat.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Maison Bigot
Pâtisserie and tearoom below the château since 1913.
Nearby in March
- Tours in March~14 mi · highs 54°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Saumur in March~51 mi · highs 55°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in March~118 mi · highs 53°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Reims in March~190 mi · highs 51°F, 2.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Amboise in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Amboise?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are May – September, at up to 92. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Amboise in March?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Amboise in March?
Not much: about 2.1 in (54 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.7 in (678 mm).
What should I pack for Amboise in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Amboise in March?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.