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Dalmatian Coast Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in March.

Thinking about venturing to the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Dalmatian Coast in March

The Dalmatian Coast, Croatia is a region in Croatia. March in the Dalmatian Coast generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Pula to 15°C (59°F) in Šibenik. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Šibenik and 9°C (48°F) in Pula.

To explore the conditions in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pula with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to high rainfall in Dubrovnik with 140 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Split, you can expect around 187 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.

Explore the Dalmatian Coast by month

Best Places to Visit in the Dalmatian Coast in March

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

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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 the Dalmatian Coast

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia?

Temperature range in the Dalmatian Coast (March)

Precipitation variation in the Dalmatian Coast (March)

Split

In March Split generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
187 hours
212 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Trogir

In March Trogir generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
145 hours
186 hours
216 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Dubrovnik

In March Dubrovnik generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
177 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Zadar

In March Zadar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
188 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Pula

In March Pula generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
150 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Dalmatian Coast, in Croatia.

In our records: Croatia March extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest March night in Croatia dropped to -21°C (-6°F) in Mali Lošinj on March 2, 2005.
  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Croatia brought 256 mm (10 in) in Rovinj on March 20, 1980.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Dalmatian Coast in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Split 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Dubrovnik 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Zadar 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Trogir 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Pula 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Hvar 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

The Dalmatian Coast weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in March?

March in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia brings unpleasant weather. In Split, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in March?

Split averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 8°C (46°F).

Does the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia get a lot of rain in March?

the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia sees substantial rainfall in March. Split typically averages about 103 mm (4.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Split, March may not be the ideal time to visit the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Split. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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