March weather forecastPeyia, Cyprus

March

Weather in March

The weather in March signifies the beginning of spring in Peyia, offering warmer temperatures and diminishing rainfall. March ushers in an increase in daylight hours, facilitating ample time for exploring the city. The weather pattern presents relatively moderate temperatures, avoiding extremes seen in summer and winter. This month sees a noticeable decrease in rainfall, moving from the wet end of the year towards the rapidly approaching dry period. Sea temperatures remain moderately cool, inviting for dedicated swimmers, but marginally colder in comparison with the upcoming summer months.

Temperature

Peyia's March reports an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 16°C (60.8°F), exhibiting a minor difference from February. Peyia registers a consistent average low-temperature of 8°C (46.4°F) during March.

Rainfall

In Peyia, Cyprus, in March, during 10 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Peyia, Cyprus, there are 76 rainfall days, and 541mm (21.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 17°C (62.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: For most, swimming in 17°C (62.6°F) is not a pleasant experience. As the temperature falls from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling one's breathing becomes more difficult.

Daylight

In Peyia, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:11 EET.

Sunshine

In Peyia, the average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In Peyia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during March translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in March, in Peyia, records 16°C (60.8°F), while the low-temperature is 8°C (46.4°F).

In Peyia, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.

The months with the coldest seawater are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

In Peyia, Cyprus, in March, the average water temperature is 17°C (62.6°F). Swimming in 17°C (62.6°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

In Peyia, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, in Peyia, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:11 EET.

In Peyia, the average sunshine duration in March is 7h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Peyia is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average temperature in March
Peyia, Cyprus

Average high temperature in March: 16°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (14°C).

Average low temperature in March: 8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (7°C).

Average rainfall in March
Peyia, Cyprus

Average rainfall in March: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Peyia, Cyprus

Average rainfall days in March: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Peyia, Cyprus

Average sea temperature in March: 17°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (17°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Peyia, Cyprus

Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

Average sunshine in March: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h).