March weather forecast
Patras, Greece

As March arrives in Patras, the first whispers of spring become evident. The course of the year's weather proceeds with temperatures escalating, easing the residents out of winter. Compared to February's showers, a decrease in rainfall continues the transition, bringing down the levels to 63mm (2.48"). Increasing daylight and sunshine hours are clear indicators of the coming gentler seasons. For those seeking more mellow weather, March stands as a promising overture towards the spring and summer quarters.

Temperature

With March's advent, Patras sees an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 16.8°C (62.2°F), subtly shifted from February's 15°C (59°F). Patras's average low-temperature in the month of March is recorded at a frosty 7.7°C (45.9°F).

Rainfall

In March, in Patras, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout March, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Patras, there are 86 rainfall days, and 663mm (26.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Patras, Greece, in March, the average water temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 15.4°C (59.7°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).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Patras, Greece, is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of March, in Patras, Greece, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:55 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 7h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.