March weather forecast
Thessaloniki, Greece

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A street in front of the ancient white tower in Thessaloniki, Greece
A street in front of the ancient white tower in Thessaloniki, Greece

Weather in March

March commences the spring season, known for its moderate weather conditions in Thessaloniki. A noteworthy shift can be seen in temperature that rises up to 14.3°C (57.7°F), with snowfall sharply decreasing to a mere 10mm (0.39"). With longer daylight hours, the city bathes in the warm and welcoming rays of the sun. Although the cold sea breeze remains, the first signs of blossoms hint at the upcoming summer season.

Temperature

The onset of March marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 10.7°C (51.3°F) in February to a mild 14.3°C (57.7°F). The average low-temperature, in March, in Thessaloniki, is a wintry 5.9°C (42.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Thessaloniki is 71%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is March, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thessaloniki are January through March, November and December. March is the last month it regularly snows in Thessaloniki. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Thessaloniki aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow. In Thessaloniki, Greece, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.9 days and aggregates up to 86mm (3.39") of snow.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).
Note: It is risky to swim in 13.3°C (55.9°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Thessaloniki is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:52 EET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Thessaloniki, Greece, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in March interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Thessaloniki?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Thessaloniki, is 14.3°C (57.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 5.9°C (42.6°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Thessaloniki?

In March, the average relative humidity is 71%.

What is the wettest month in Thessaloniki?

The month with the most rainfall in Thessaloniki is March, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in March in Thessaloniki?

In Thessaloniki, Greece, in March, during 14.3 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Thessaloniki?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in March, Thessaloniki aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow.

What month is the sea coldest in Thessaloniki?

The month with the coldest seawater is March, with an average sea temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).

What is the sea water temperature in March in Thessaloniki?

In Thessaloniki, Greece, the average seawater temperature in March is 13.3°C (55.9°F). Swimming in 13.3°C (55.9°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

In March, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Thessaloniki?

On the first day of March in Thessaloniki, Greece, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:52 EET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Thessaloniki?

The average sunshine duration in March is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Thessaloniki?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Thessaloniki is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average temperature in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average high temperature in March: 14.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average pressure in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average pressure in March: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average wind speed in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average wind speed in March: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.3km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average humidity in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average humidity in March: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average rainfall in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average rainfall in March: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average rainfall days in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average snowfall in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average snowfall in March: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average snowfall days in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average sea temperature in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average sea temperature in March: 13.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.3°C).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average sunshine days in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average sunshine days in March: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average UV index in March - Thessaloniki, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average cloud cover in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average cloud cover in March: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in March
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average visibility in March - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).

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