March weather forecastMalia, Greece

March

Weather in March

March ushers in warmer weather with the top temperature recorded at 16°C (60.8°F). This month features a reduction in humidity, leading to more comfortable conditions. Enjoyment of outdoor activities is enhanced due to an increase in sunshine and daylight hours. March also marks a drop in rainfall, indicating the end of the rainy season and the start of spring. Wind speed also moderates, making sea travel more enjoyable.

Temperature

As Malia welcomes March, the average high-temperature records at a still refreshing 16°C (60.8°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. A modest decline from daytime high temperatures in Malia is noticed in March, marking the average low at a fresh 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Malia is 70%.

Rainfall

In March, in Malia, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout March, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. In Malia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.2 days and collects up to 319mm (12.56") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Malia.
Note: A surface water temperature of 15°C (59°F) does not provide an enjoyable swimming experience for most. Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Malia is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of March, in Malia, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:38 EET.

Sunshine

In Malia, the average sunshine in March is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Malia are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In March, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Malia in March has an average high-temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F).

In Malia, Greece, the average relative humidity in March is 70%.

In Malia, in March, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation.

The months with the coldest seawater in Malia, Greece, are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 15°C (59°F).

In Malia, Greece, the average seawater temperature in March is 15°C (59°F). For most, swimming in 15°C (59°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:38 EET.

In March, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Malia, Greece, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

In Malia, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from 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

14.7°C

16°C

18.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

19.6km/h

17.7km/h

15.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

12.3

11.1

8.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.5

17.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Malia, Greece

Average high temperature in March: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.1°C).

Average low temperature in March: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Malia, Greece

Average pressure in March: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Malia, Greece

Average wind speed in March: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13km/h).

Average humidity in March
Malia, Greece

Average humidity in March: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (67%).

Average rainfall in March
Malia, Greece

Average rainfall in March: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Malia, Greece

Average rainfall days in March: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Malia, Greece

Average sea temperature in March: 15°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15°C).

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

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 48min).

Average sunshine in March: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in March
Malia, Greece

Average sunshine days in March: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (12.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Malia, Greece

Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Malia, Greece

Average cloud cover in March: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in March
Malia, 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).