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Van Weather in March

During March, Van experiences low daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and cooler nights around -2°C (28°F). Expect quite a bit of snow/rainfall. Around 64 mm (2.5 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Van in March

Typically, about 12 days will experience snow/rainfall, with an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Van in March

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Van in March, with nights dropping to around -2°C (28°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of -2°C (28°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Van in March

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 203 hours of sunshine. Despite the cool temperatures, the sunny skies make it a pleasant time to visit Van.

March in Van has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Van Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C (28°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 64 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
SunshineSunshine 203 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Best Places in Turkey in March

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Van in March

Cold weather calls for smart layering in March. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Van in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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