Hvar

Hvar Island Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hvar Island, Croatia in March.

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Hvar Jelsa Stari Grad Vrboska

Planning a getaway to Hvar Island, Croatia 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 Hvar Island in March

Hvar Island, Croatia is a region in Croatia. March in Hvar Island generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of March is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Hvar.

To explore the conditions in Hvar Island, Croatia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hvar with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Sućuraj with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Hvar gets approximately 190 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Hvar Island by month

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

January13°C (55°F) February13°C (55°F) March14°C (57°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October21°C (70°F) November17°C (63°F) December14°C (57°F)
Best Time to Visit Hvar Island →

Best Places to Visit in Hvar Island in March

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

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 Hvar Island

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

Temperature range in Hvar Island (March)

Precipitation variation in Hvar Island (March)

Hvar

In March Hvar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
190 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Hvar →

Jelsa

In March Jelsa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
187 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Jelsa →

Stari Grad

In March Stari Grad generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
187 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Stari Grad →

Vrboska

In March Vrboska generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
187 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Vrboska →

Gdinj

In March Gdinj generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
187 hours
211 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Gdinj →

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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 Hvar Island in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hvar 14°C (57°F) 11°C (52°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Jelsa 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Stari Grad 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Vrboska 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Gdinj 14°C (57°F) 9°C (48°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Sućuraj 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)

Hvar Island weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hvar Island, Croatia in March?

Expect tolerable weather across Hvar Island, Croatia in March. The popular destination of Hvar averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Hvar Island, Croatia in March?

Daytime temperatures in Hvar peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in March, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Hvar Island, Croatia get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Hvar Island, Croatia. Hvar averages only about 81 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Hvar Island, Croatia?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Hvar Island, Croatia with overall tolerable weather in Hvar. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Hvar. The weather in January, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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