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Attica Weather in March

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

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Athens Hydra Agia Marina Spétses

Planning a getaway to Attica, Greece this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Attica in March

Attica, Greece is a region in Greece. March in Attica generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Spétses at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Rafína at 18°C (64°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Rafína and 11°C (52°F) in Spétses.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Áyios Konstandínos with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Áyioi Apóstoloi with 66 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Athens as an example - it receives around 183 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Attica in March

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

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 Attica

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

Temperature range in Attica (March)

Precipitation variation in Attica (March)

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 →

Hydra

In March Hydra generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
183 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Hydra →

Agia Marina

In March Agia Marina generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
183 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Agia Marina →

Spétses

In March Spétses generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Spétses →

Piraeus

In March Piraeus 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
14°C (57°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
56 mm (2.2 in)
52 mm (2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Piraeus →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Attica, in Greece.

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 Attica in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Athens 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Hydra 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Agia Marina 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Spétses 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Piraeus 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Poros 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)

Attica weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Attica, Greece in March?

Expect tolerable weather across Attica, Greece in March. The popular destination of Athens averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 9°C (48°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Attica, Greece in March?

In Athens, the average daytime high in March is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

Does Attica, Greece get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Attica, Greece during March, with Athens averaging close to 50 mm (2 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Attica, Greece?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Attica, Greece due to the typically tolerable weather in Athens.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Athens. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, July, August and December tend to be tolerable.

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