March weather forecastEstepona, Spain

March

Weather in March

March in Estepona welcomes the first glimpses of spring, marked by slightly higher temperatures, and sustained rainfall, which is at its highest throughout the year with 55mm (2.17"). During this month, sunshine becomes more prominent, and the days become noticeably longer, offering more daylight hours. The continued rainfall, in addition to the increase in temperature, fosters the rapid growth of flora around the region. As signs of winter slowly fade, the weather tends to become more predictable, making way for a more well-defined spring season in the incoming month of April.

Temperature

Estepona's transition from February to March introduces an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 16.2°C (61.2°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 14.8°C (58.6°F). The average nighttime temperature in Estepona lowers to a chilly 9°C (48.2°F) throughout March.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Estepona, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Estepona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.4 days and collects up to 405mm (15.94") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Estepona.
Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 19:42 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Estepona is March, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In March, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

In Estepona, in March, the average high-temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).

In Estepona, Spain, the average relative humidity in March is 75%.

In Estepona, Spain, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

February and March, with an average sea temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater.

In Estepona, the average seawater temperature in March is 15.8°C (60.4°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) 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 (69.8°F).

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

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, in Estepona, Spain, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 19:42 CET.

The month with the least sunshine is March, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.

In Estepona, Spain, the average sunshine duration in March is 7.9h.

In Estepona, Spain, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average high temperature in March: 16.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.1°C).

Average pressure in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average pressure in March: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average wind speed in March: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average humidity in March: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average rainfall in March: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average sea temperature in March: 15.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.8°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (15.4 days).

Average UV index in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Estepona, Spain

  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in March
Estepona, Spain

  • 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).