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Cyprus Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cyprus in March.

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Protaras Paphos City Limassol Larnaca

Considering a trip to Cyprus this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cyprus in March

March in Cyprus generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. March falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Polis Chrysochous at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Nicosia at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Nicosia and 12°C (54°F) in Polis Chrysochous.

For specific regional insights in Cyprus, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Ayia Napa with an average of 20 mm (0.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Galata with 67 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Protaras enjoys about 229 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cyprus — and find the best time to visit. (based on Protaras)

January17°C (63°F) February17°C (63°F) March18°C (64°F) April20°C (68°F) May23°C (73°F) June26°C (79°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September29°C (84°F) October26°C (79°F) November22°C (72°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cyprus in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cyprus.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Cyprus

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Cyprus?

Temperature range in Cyprus (March)

Precipitation variation in Cyprus (March)

Protaras

In March Protaras generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
229 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Protaras →

Paphos City

In March Paphos City generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
245 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Paphos City →

Limassol

In March Limassol generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
213 hours
246 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Limassol →

Ayia Napa

In March Ayia Napa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
229 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ayia Napa →

Larnaca

In March Larnaca generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
229 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
5 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Larnaca →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cyprus in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Protaras 18°C (64°F) 15°C (59°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Paphos City 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Limassol 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Larnaca 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Polis Chrysochous 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Nicosia 20°C (68°F) 10°C (50°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)

Cyprus weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cyprus in March?

March in Cyprus brings perfect weather. In Protaras, daytime temperatures are typically around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Cyprus in March?

Daytime temperatures in Protaras peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in March, dropping to about 15°C (59°F) overnight.

Does Cyprus get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Protaras averages just 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Cyprus.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Cyprus?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Cyprus. Typically, the climate in Protaras is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Cyprus is in March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November with generally perfect weather in Protaras. In contrast, January and February tend to have tolerable weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Cyprus.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Cyprus? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Cyprus.

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