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Greece Weather in March

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

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Planning a trip to Greece this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Greece in March

March in Greece generally has temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Psarádes at 10°C (50°F) to pleasant in Loútsa at 19°C (66°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Loútsa and 0°C (32°F) in Psarádes.

To explore the conditions in Greece in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Káto Zákros with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to high rainfall in Dodoni with 153 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Kalambaka, you can expect around 158 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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January14°C (57°F) February15°C (59°F) March17°C (63°F) April21°C (70°F) May26°C (79°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September29°C (84°F) October25°C (77°F) November20°C (68°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Greece in March

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

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 Greece

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

Temperature range in Greece (March)

Precipitation variation in Greece (March)

Kalambaka

In March Kalambaka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
158 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Kalambaka →

Athens

In March Athens generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
183 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Athens →

Chania Town

In March Chania Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
178 hours
231 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Chania Town →

Hersonissos

In March Hersonissos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°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)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
133 hours
182 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
51 mm (2 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Hersonissos →

Mýkonos City

In March Mýkonos City generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Mýkonos City →

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In our records: Greece March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Greece in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Greece brought 302 mm (12 in) in Plataniás on March 16, 2020.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Athens 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Fira 16°C (61°F) 13°C (55°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Chania Town 15°C (59°F) 12°C (54°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Mýkonos City 16°C (61°F) 13°C (55°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Heraklion (Kreta) 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Rhodes 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Greece weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Greece in March?

Greece typically experiences tolerable weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Kalambaka average around 14°C (57°F), and temperatures drop to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Greece in March?

In Kalambaka, the average daytime high in March is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 5°C (41°F).

Does Greece get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Greece during March, with Kalambaka averaging close to 61 mm (2.4 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Greece?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Greece with overall tolerable weather in Kalambaka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Kalambaka. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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