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Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Average pressure in March
Average wind speed in March
Average humidity in March
Average rainfall in March
Average rainfall days in March
Average snowfall in March
Average sea temperature in March
Average daylight in March
Average sunshine in March
Average sunshine days in March
Average UV index in March
Average cloud cover in March
Average visibility in March

The ancient city of Athens in Greece with a view of the Parthenon Temple

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is an enjoyable month in Athens, Greece, with an average temperature ranging between min 9.8°C (49.6°F) and max 16°C (60.8°F).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature is almost the same as in February - an enjoyable 16°C (60.8°F). The average low-temperature, in Athens, Greece, is 9.8°C (49.6°F).

Humidity

In Athens, the average relative humidity in March is 68%.

Rainfall

In March, in Athens, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.9 rainfall days, and 348mm (13.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Athens are January through March. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, Athens aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Athens, Greece, is 15.3°C (59.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Athens, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:17 EET. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 19:46 EEST.
Note: On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EET to EEST. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 04:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EEST to EET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Athens is 8h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Athens?

The average high-temperature, in March, in Athens, Greece, is 16°C (60.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 9.8°C (49.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Athens?

In March, the average relative humidity in Athens is 68%.

How much does it rain in Athens in March?

In March, in Athens, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout March, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Athens?

March is the last month it regularly snows in Athens. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, Athens aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in March in Athens?

In Athens, the average seawater temperature in March is 15.3°C (59.5°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in March in Athens?

The average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Athens?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:17 EET. On the last day of the month, in Athens, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 19:46 EEST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Athens?

On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in Athens, and the time zone changes from EET to EEST. DST ends on Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 04:00.

How long on average sun shines in March in Athens?

In March, the average sunshine duration in Athens, Greece, is 8h.

How high is the UV index in March in Athens?

In Athens, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F March A M J J A S O N D

Feb

March

Apr

Average high temperature

13.7°C 56.7°F

16°C 60.8°F

19.2°C 66.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.6km/h 10.3mph

15.1km/h 9.4mph

14.2km/h 8.8mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.1

18.5

18.8

Average UV index

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Average temperature in March
Athens, Greece

Average high temperature in March: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.1°C).

Average low temperature in March: 9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.3°C).

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Average pressure in March
Athens, Greece

Average pressure in March: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Athens, Greece

Average wind speed in March: 14km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.6km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Athens, Greece

Average humidity in March: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (50%).

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Average rainfall in March
Athens, Greece

Average rainfall in March: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Athens, Greece

Average rainfall days in March: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Athens, Greece

Average snowfall in March: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average sea temperature in March
Athens, Greece

Average sea temperature in March: 15.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Athens, Greece

Average daylight in March: 11h and 58min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 46min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 35min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Athens, Greece

Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.1 days).

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Average UV index in March
Athens, Greece

Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Athens, Greece

Average cloud cover in March: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in March
Athens, Greece

Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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March weather forecast
Athens, Greece

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