Costa del Sol Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Costa del Sol, Spain in March.

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Marbella Estepona Benalmádena Torrox

Planning a journey to Costa del Sol, Spain this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Costa del Sol in March

Costa del Sol, Spain is a region in Spain. March in Costa del Sol generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Marbella.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Costa del Sol, Spain, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Benalmádena with an average of 53 mm (2.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Estepona with 82 mm (3.2 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Marbella typically receives 223 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Costa del Sol in March

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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 Costa del Sol

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Costa del Sol, Spain?

Temperature range in Costa del Sol (March)

Precipitation variation in Costa del Sol (March)

Marbella

In March Marbella generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
223 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
51 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Marbella →

Estepona

In March Estepona generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
217 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Estepona →

Benalmádena

In March Benalmádena generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
223 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Benalmádena →

Torrox

In March Torrox 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
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
180 hours
223 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Torrox →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Costa del Sol in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marbella 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Estepona 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Benalmádena 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Torrox 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)

Costa del Sol weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Costa del Sol, Spain in March?

March in Costa del Sol, Spain brings tolerable weather. In Marbella, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Costa del Sol, Spain in March?

Marbella averages a daytime maximum of 17°C (63°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does Costa del Sol, Spain get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Costa del Sol, Spain during March, with Marbella averaging close to 72 mm (2.8 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Costa del Sol, Spain?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Marbella, March might be a good time to visit Costa del Sol, Spain. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Marbella. The weather in December, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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