March Weather forecast - Spring forecast

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 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 lighthouse surrounded by water in Chania, Greece

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Chania, is also a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 10.3°C (50.5°F) and 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Temperature

In March, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in February - a still moderate 15.9°C (60.6°F). The average low-temperature, in March, is 10.3°C (50.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Chania, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation. In Chania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.3 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In March, the average sea temperature in Chania is 16.3°C (61.3°F).
Note: Swimming in 16.3°C (61.3°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 Chania, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:18 EET. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 19:44 EEST.
Note: On Sunday, 27. March 2022, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EET to EEST. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 30. October 2022, at 04:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EEST to EET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Chania is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary 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. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.

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FAQ

What is the temperature in March in Chania?

The average high-temperature, in March, is 15.9°C (60.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 10.3°C (50.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Chania?

In March, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in Chania in March?

In Chania, Greece, in March, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation.

How cold is the water in March in Chania?

In Chania, in March, the average water temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°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 Chania?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Chania?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:18 EET. On the last day of the month, in Chania, Greece, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 19:44 EEST.

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

On Sunday, 27. March 2022, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts in Chania, Greece, and the time zone changes from EET to EEST. DST ends on Sunday, 30. October 2022, at 04:00.

How many hours of sunshine does Chania have in March?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

How high is the UV index in March in Chania?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Chania, Greece, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

14.2°C 57.6°F

15.9°C 60.6°F

18.8°C 65.8°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.8km/h 11.1mph

16.2km/h 10.1mph

15km/h 9.3mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

14.1

12.3

9.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

12.8

17.3

19.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Chania, Greece

Average high temperature in March: 15.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.3°C).

Average low temperature in March: 10.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).

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Average pressure in March
Chania, Greece

Average pressure in March: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Chania, Greece

Average wind speed in March: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.9km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Chania, Greece

Average humidity in March: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

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Average rainfall in March
Chania, Greece

Average rainfall in March: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Chania, Greece

Average rainfall days in March: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Chania, Greece

Average sea temperature in March: 16.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.9°C).

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

Average daylight in March: 11h and 59min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 31min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 49min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 6min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Chania, Greece

Average sunshine days in March: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in March
Chania, Greece

Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in March
Chania, Greece

Average cloud cover in March: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in March
Chania, 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
Chania, Greece

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