March weather forecast
Spain

As March unfolds, Spain begins to transition from winter to spring. This month brings milder temperatures, longer daylight hours, and a general decrease in rainfall across most parts of the country.

The northern regions, such as the Pyrenees and the Basque Country, start to experience a slow rise in temperatures, although sub-zero temperatures and snowfall can still occur at higher altitudes. However, the Atlantic Coastal areas, including Asturias and Galicia, see more noticeable signs of spring, with average temperatures hovering from 10°C (50°F) to 12°C (53.6°F).

The central plateau of Meseta Central begins to warm up in March, with the mercury rising to an average of between 12°C (53.6°F) and 15°C (59°F) during the day, making it considerably warmer than the previous two months. However, nights can still be chilly with temperatures often dropping close to freezing.

In the south and southeastern parts of Spain, which boast a semi-arid climate, temperatures continue to rise. Cities like Seville and Malaga see average temperatures ranging from 15°C (59°F) to 18°C (64.4°F), making them significantly warmer compared to the northern and central regions.

The Canary Islands remain an attractive winter getaway with March temperatures averaging between 18°C (64.4°F) and 20°C (68°F), significantly warmer than mainland Spain.

In terms of precipitation, March sees a general decrease in rainfall across Spain. While the northwestern coast still receives substantial rainfall, around 80mm (3.15") for the month, the amount significantly reduces as we move towards the south and southeastern regions. Notably, the eastern Canary Islands continue their dry spell with precipitation levels well below 15mm (0.59").

Comparatively, March marks the end of the coldest period of the year and the beginning of milder weather conditions. It ushers in the season of spring, with temperatures continuing to rise and rainfall decreasing as the country moves into April.

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• Madrid - March »
  In Madrid during March, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. In Madrid, Spain, in March, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.
• Lloret de Mar - March »
  In Lloret de Mar, Spain, during March, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. In Lloret de Mar in March, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation.
• Barcelona - March »
  The first month of the spring, March, is still a refreshing month in Barcelona with an average temperature ranging between max 15.2°C (59.4°F) and min 8.9°C (48°F). In Barcelona snow does not fall in March through August, October through December.
• Valencia - March »
  In Valencia, in March, during 4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In March, in Valencia the rain falls for 4 days.
• Seville - March »
  In Seville in March, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation. In Seville in March, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation.
• Zaragoza - March »
  On the last day of March, in Zaragoza sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:28 CET. On the first day of March in Zaragoza, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 18:54.
• Málaga - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Málaga is March, when the rain falls for 11.2 days and typically aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. January and March, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are most humid months in Málaga, Spain.
• Murcia - March »
  In Murcia, during March, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. In Murcia, in March, during 7.5 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Palma - March »
  In Palma, in March, during 5 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palma, in March, during 5 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bilbao - March »
  The months with the coldest seawater in Bilbao are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 12°C (53.6°F). The months with the coldest seawater in Bilbao are February and March, with an average sea temperature of 12°C (53.6°F).
• Alicante - March »
  The month with the most rainfall in Alicante is March, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. The month with the most rainfall in Alicante is March, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.
• Córdoba - March »
  In March, in Córdoba, the rain falls for 5 days. A clear shift towards the sunny disposition that defines Córdoba for much of the year starts in March.