Early spring · Weather & things to do
Saumur in March
Saumur warms up: highs climb to 55°F (13°C), from 48°F in February, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 69/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 55°F (13°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 36 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What March feels like
It's cool, with highs near 55°F (13°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 37°F (3°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (60 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May and July – September.
- Comfort improves from 58/100 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 55°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.4 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Saumur in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Château de Brézé
Château with an underground fortress of tunnels and dry moats.
Fontevraud Abbey
Vast royal abbey holding the tombs of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Cadre Noir
France's national riding school; watch training sessions and gala shows.
Bouvet-Ladubay
Sparkling Saumur house with tours of extensive tuffeau cellars.
Ackerman
Saumur's oldest sparkling-wine house, with cellar visits and tastings.
Nearby in March
- Tours in March~37 mi · highs 54°F, 2.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Amboise in March~51 mi · highs 54°F, 2.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Paris in March~157 mi · highs 53°F, 2.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Reims in March~234 mi · highs 51°F, 2.3 in rain · 2°C (3°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.
Saumur in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Saumur?
It's middling, scoring 69/100. The best months are May and July – September, at up to 92. Expect highs of 55°F (13°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain. Our Loire Valley Châteaux route recommends May – Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Saumur in March?
Average highs are 55°F (13°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Saumur in March?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 27.8 in (706 mm).
What should I pack for Saumur in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 55°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.4 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Saumur in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.