March weather forecast
Bodrum, Turkey

The sun setting over the scenic coastal city of Bodrum in Turkey
The sun setting over the scenic coastal city of Bodrum in Turkey

March

Weather in March

Through March, we can almost hear the city of Bodrum sighing in relief as the icy grip of winter begins to thaw. A rise in ambient and sea temperatures is registered, hinting at the arrival of spring. Relative humidity continues its downward trend, accompanied by a decrease in cloud coverage to 28%. As we transition into the new season, an extra 1.2 hours of daylight is noted. The weather seems to be shaking off the winter chill, welcoming the warmth of spring.

Temperature

The transition into March in Bodrum reveals an average high-temperature of a still mild 15.8°C (60.4°F), mirroring a close resemblance to February. In Bodrum, the nighttime temperature shows a slight difference from the daytime high, averaging to a fresh 12.4°C (54.3°F) during March.

Humidity

In Bodrum, Turkey, the average relative humidity in March is 69%.

Rainfall

In Bodrum, Turkey, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. In Bodrum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.8 days and collects up to 528mm (20.79") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F), March is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 16.6°C (61.9°F). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Bodrum is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of March, in Bodrum, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:31 +03.

Sunshine

In Bodrum, the average sunshine in March is 8.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during March leads to these advisories:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Bodrum?
In March, in Bodrum, the average high-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.4°C (54.3°F).
What is the average humidity in March in Bodrum?
In March, the average relative humidity in Bodrum, Turkey, is 69%.
How much does it rain in Bodrum in March?
In Bodrum, Turkey, during March, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.
What month is the sea coldest in Bodrum?
March is the month with the coldest seawater in Bodrum, with an average sea temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F).
What is the sea water temperature in March in Bodrum?
In Bodrum, the average seawater temperature in March is 16.6°C (61.9°F). For most, swimming in 16.6°C (61.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
How many hours of daylight does Bodrum have in March?
In Bodrum, the average day length in March is 11h and 59min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Bodrum?
On the first day of March in Bodrum, Turkey, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:31 +03.
How long on average sun shines in March in Bodrum?
In March, the average sunshine duration in Bodrum, Turkey, is 8.5h.
How high is the UV index in March in Bodrum?
In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Bodrum is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average high temperature in March: 15.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 12.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°C).

Average pressure in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average wind speed in March: 19.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.6km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average humidity in March: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (63%).

Average rainfall in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average rainfall in March: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (133mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average sea temperature in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average sea temperature in March: 16.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (16.6°C).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average sunshine days in March: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.1 days).

Average UV index in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • Average cloud cover in March: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in March
Bodrum, Turkey
  • 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).

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