Macedonia

Macedonia Weather in March

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

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

What to Expect in Macedonia in March

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

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Psarádes at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Halkidona at 17°C (63°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Halkidona and 0°C (32°F) in Psarádes.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Anchialos with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Kariófiton with 99 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Paralia Katerinis typically sees 170 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 Macedonia by month

Best Places to Visit in Macedonia in March

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

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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 Macedonia

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

Temperature range in Macedonia (March)

Precipitation variation in Macedonia (March)

Paralia Katerinis

In March Paralia Katerinis 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
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
120 hours
170 hours
209 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Thessaloníki

In March Thessaloníki generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
163 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Limenaria

In March Limenaria 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
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Limenas

In March Limenas 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
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Néos Marmarás

In March Néos Marmarás generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Thessaloníki 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Paralia Katerinis 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Limenaria 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Limenas 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Néos Marmarás 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Skála Potamiás 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)

Macedonia weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across Macedonia, Greece in March. The popular destination of Paralia Katerinis averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

In Paralia Katerinis, the average daytime high in March is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Macedonia, Greece during March, with Paralia Katerinis averaging close to 83 mm (3.3 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Macedonia, Greece?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Macedonia, Greece with overall tolerable weather in Paralia Katerinis. 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 Paralia Katerinis. On the other hand, the weather in January and December tend to be poor.

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