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Palaiokastro Weather in March

March in Palaiokastro sees daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) at night. With around 63 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Palaiokastro in March

This month experiences about 9 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 63 mm (2.5 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Palaiokastro in March

If you're visiting Palaiokastro in March, expect highs of 17°C (63°F) and overnight lows around 10°C (50°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Palaiokastro in March

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 182 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

Wind Speed in Palaiokastro in March

March sees wind speeds averaging 2 m/s (4 knots). You'll typically experience pleasant light breezes that move leaves slightly and feel refreshing. As an average, expect variation from very calm days to periods with more apparent air movement.

Average water temperature in March

The water is 17°C (63°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

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Palaiokastro Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C (63°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C (63°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 28%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 63 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s (4 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 182 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Heraklion (Kreta), Greece (13 KM, 8 Miles).

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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 Palaiokastro in March

Pleasant temperatures in March mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 17°C (63°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Palaiokastro in March

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
6/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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