March weather forecast
Heraklion, Greece

In Heraklion, the arrival of spring in March announces longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures. Compared to February, the amount of rain greatly reduces, signifying the typical end of the dominant winter precipitation. The sea temperature remains somewhat chilly with 16.6°C, making beach activities less common. Instead, city exploration becomes more pleasant with the moderating weather conditions. In the transition to April, expect little rainfall and the beginning of higher temperatures.

Temperature

March's advent in Heraklion presents an average high-temperature of a comfortable 16.8°C, indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Throughout the month of March, Heraklion witnesses an average temperature of 10.8°C.

Rainfall

In Heraklion, in March, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 57mm of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 53.2 rainfall days, and 501mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Heraklion, Greece, in March, the average water temperature is 16.6°C.
Note: For most individuals, swimming in 16.6°C is not a pleasant experience. The difficulty in managing breathing increases as the temperature decreases from 21°C to 15°C.

Daylight

In Heraklion, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March in Heraklion, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:14 EET. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 19:39 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 Heraklion, the average sunshine in March is 5.7h.

UV index

In Heraklion, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in March, converts into the following recommendations:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.