March weather - Spring 2024 - Rethimno, Greece

Weather in March
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature 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 UV index in March

Dusk in the Venetian Rethimno harbor in Greece

Weather in March

The first month of the spring, March, is a comfortable month in Rethimno, Greece, with an average temperature ranging between max 16°C and min 9°C.

Temperature

The advent of March reveals an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 16°C, showing minimal difference from the prior month. Rethimno's nights in March cool down to an average low-temperature of 9°C.

Rainfall

In March, in Rethimno, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout March, 81mm of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rethimno, Greece, there are 67 rainfall days, and 664mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Rethimno, in March, the average water temperature is 16.2°C.
Note: Swimming in 16.2°C is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C to 15°C.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Rethimno, Greece, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:16 EET. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 19:42 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 March, the average sunshine is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Rethimno is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during March translates into the following directions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

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FAQ

What is the average March temperature in Rethimno?

Rethimno in March has an average high-temperature of 16°C and an average low-temperature of 9°C.

How much does it rain in Rethimno in March?

In Rethimno, in March, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 81mm of accumulated precipitation.

What is the sea temperature in March in Rethimno?

In Rethimno, Greece, the average seawater temperature in March is 16.2°C. For swimming, a surface water temperature of 16.2°C 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.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rethimno?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Rethimno?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:16 EET. On the last day of the month, in Rethimno, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 19:42 EEST.

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

On Sunday, 26. March 2023, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EET to EEST. DST ends on Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 04:00.

How many hours of sunshine does Rethimno have in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 6h.

How high is the UV index in March in Rethimno?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Rethimno is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in March
Rethimno, Greece

Average high temperature in March: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14°C).

Average low temperature in March: 9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (8°C).

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Average rainfall in March
Rethimno, Greece

Average rainfall in March: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Rethimno, Greece

Average rainfall days in March: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Rethimno, Greece

Average sea temperature in March: 16.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (16.1°C).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rethimno, 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: 6h

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 12h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h).

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Average UV index in March
Rethimno, Greece

Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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March weather forecast
Rethimno, Greece

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