March weather forecast
Madrid, Spain

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Cibeles fountain in front of the towering Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain
Cibeles fountain in front of the towering Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain

Weather in March

Weather transitions to a more pleasant climate in March as Madrid welcomes the onset of spring. No dramatic spikes in temperature occur, getting ready for warmer months ahead. With a slight decline in monthly rainfall, about 25mm (0.98"), the frequency of wet days drops significantly. Longer hours of sunshine become prevalent, painting a zestful picture of Madrid with blossoms peeping through. The daylight duration stretches to approximately 12 hours per day, allowing the rapidly warming city to bask in more sunlight compared to the preceding winter months.

Temperature

The coming of March brings a minor shift in Madrid's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's fresh 12°C (53.6°F) to an enjoyable 16.3°C (61.3°F). The mean low-temperature during March nights is a frosty 6.2°C (43.2°F).

Rainfall

In Madrid, Spain, in March, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Madrid, there are 60 rainfall days, and 423mm (16.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day in Madrid is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:38 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Madrid is 6.9h.

UV index

In Madrid, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Madrid?

In Madrid, in March, the average high-temperature is 16.3°C (61.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.2°C (43.2°F).

How many days does it rain in March in Madrid?

In Madrid, Spain, during March, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Madrid?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of the month, in Madrid, Spain, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:38 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Madrid have in March?

In Madrid, the average sunshine duration in March is 6.9h.

How high is the UV index in March in Madrid?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in March
Madrid, Spain

Average temperature in March - Madrid, Spain
  • Average high temperature in March: 16.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 6.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°C).

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Average rainfall in March
Madrid, Spain

Average rainfall in March - Madrid, Spain
  • Average rainfall in March: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Madrid, Spain

Average rainfall days in March - Madrid, Spain
  • Average rainfall days in March: 4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April, May, October, November and December (7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2 days).

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

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Madrid, Spain
  • 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: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average UV index in March
Madrid, Spain

Average UV index in March - Madrid, Spain
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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