Dodecanese Weather in March

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

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Rhodes Town Faliraki Kos Town Líndos

Are you planning a trip a to the Dodecanese, Greece in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Dodecanese in March

The Dodecanese, Greece is a region in Greece. March in the Dodecanese generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During March, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Rhodes Town.

For a closer look at conditions across the Dodecanese, Greece, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Frý with an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Rhodes Town with 83 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Rhodes Town typically sees 186 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore the Dodecanese by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Dodecanese — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rhodes Town)

January16°C (61°F) February16°C (61°F) March17°C (63°F) April19°C (66°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) September27°C (81°F) October24°C (75°F) November21°C (70°F) December18°C (64°F)
Best Time to Visit the Dodecanese →

Best Places to Visit in the Dodecanese in March

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

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 the Dodecanese

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

Temperature range in the Dodecanese (March)

Precipitation variation in the Dodecanese (March)

Rhodes Town

In March Rhodes Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
186 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Rhodes Town →

Faliraki

In March Faliraki generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
186 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Faliraki →

Kos Town

In March Kos Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
199 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
77 mm (3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kos Town →

Líndos

In March Líndos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
186 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
8 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Líndos →

Kéfalos

In March Kéfalos generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°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)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
199 hours
226 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Kéfalos →

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rhodes Town 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Faliraki 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Kos Town 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Líndos 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Kéfalos 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Symi 17°C (63°F) 14°C (57°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

The Dodecanese weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

the Dodecanese, Greece typically experiences tolerable weather in March, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Rhodes Town average around 17°C (63°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

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

In Rhodes Town, the average daytime high in March is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

Does the Dodecanese, Greece get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Dodecanese, Greece during March, with Rhodes Town averaging close to 83 mm (3.3 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Dodecanese, Greece?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Rhodes Town. On the other hand, the weather in January and December tend to be poor.

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