March weather forecastSyria

Weather in March

March signifies the advent of spring in Syria and is characterized by a gradual rise in temperatures across the country, indicating a shift away from the colder winter months.

In coastal cities such as Latakia and Tartus, the Mediterranean influence brings moderate temperatures ranging between 15°C (59°F) and 20°C (68°F). Although rainfall continues, it significantly decreases compared to the winter months, making March the beginning of the drier part of the year in these regions.

Moving inland, areas including the capital city Damascus also experience a warmer climate. Temperatures in Damascus and other inland regions hover between 10°C (50°F) and 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures are still relatively cool, though frost becomes less common as the month progresses.

The northeastern regions of Syria, including cities like Al Hasakah, continue to experience colder temperatures compared to the rest of the country. Average temperatures in these regions lie between 5°C (41°F) and 15°C (59°F). Snowfall becomes increasingly rare as the month progresses, marking the end of winter in these areas.

When compared to February, March presents a notable increase in temperatures and a decrease in precipitation across Syria, signalling the onset of spring. Looking forward to April, the warming trend continues across the country, with further reductions in rainfall, particularly in the coastal and inland regions.

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• Damascus - March »
  With the onset of March, Damascus's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a mild 14.8°C (58.6°F) in February to a still refreshing 18.9°C (66°F). On the first day of March in Damascus, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:31.
• Aleppo - March »
  The beginning of April continues these welcoming seasonal changes, with even brighter and warmer days: In March, the meteorological conditions in Aleppo, Syria, subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a cool 12.6°C (54.7°F) in February to an enjoyable 16.9°C (62.4°F). As Aleppo transitions into spring, March brings warmer days, less rain and more daylight hours.
• Latakia - March »
  On the first day of March in Latakia sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:32. On the first day of March in Latakia, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:32.
• Hama - March »
  On the first day of March in Hama, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:28. With the transition into March, Hama experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F) in February to a comfortable 17.9°C (64.2°F).
• Daraa - March »
  In Daraa in March, during 7 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Daraa, Syria, during March, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.
• Qamishli - March »
  On the last day of March, in Qamishli, Syria, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:36 +03. In Qamishli, Syria, in March, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation.
• Idlib - March »
  On the last day of March, in Idlib, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:54 +03. As February transitions into March in Idlib, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a fresh 12.2°C (54°F) to an enjoyable 16.7°C (62.1°F).
• Afrin - March »
  In Afrin during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. In Afrin, during March, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.
• Manbij - March »
  On the first day of March in Manbij, Syria, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of March, in Manbij sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:49 +03.
• Al-Malikiyah - March »
  On the first day of March in Al-Malikiyah sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:05. As March begins in Al-Malikiyah, Syria, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 13.8°C (56.8°F) in February to a comfortable 17.9°C (64.2°F).