March weather forecastAthens, Greece
March
Weather in March
March still sees a mixture of cool and warm days in Athens. The amount of sunshine greatly increases, indicating the approach of spring. With varying temperatures playing between 9.8°C (49.6°F) to 16°C (60.8°F), the fluctuating weather keeps residents and tourists on their toes. Rainfall starts to lessen, welcoming more outdoor activities. Nevertheless, the sea remains chilly for swimming.Temperature
The onset of March brings with it an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 16°C (60.8°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. In Athens, an average low-temperature of 9.8°C (49.6°F) is recorded during March nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in March in Athens, Greece, is 68%.Rainfall
In Athens, Greece, during March, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. In Athens, Greece, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.9 days and collects up to 348mm (13.7") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Athens are January through March. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in March, 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 Athens, Greece, the average seawater temperature in March is 15.3°C (59.5°F).Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 15.3°C (59.5°F). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In Athens, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:47 EET.
Sunshine
In March, the average sunshine in Athens is 8h.UV index
In Athens, Greece, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
Average snowfall days in March
Athens, Greece
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
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).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Athens, Greece
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- 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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
