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Primorje-Gorski Kotar County Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia in March.

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Crikvenica Malinska Rab Novi Vinodolski

Thinking about venturing to Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, 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 Primorje-Gorski Kotar County in March

Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia is a region in Croatia. March in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Tršće at 10°C (50°F) to mild in Susak at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Susak and 1°C (34°F) in Tršće.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Susak with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Mošćenička Draga with 144 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Crikvenica as an example - it receives around 158 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Primorje-Gorski Kotar County by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County - and find the best time to visit. (based on Crikvenica)

January6°C (43°F) February8°C (46°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September22°C (72°F) October17°C (63°F) November12°C (54°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Primorje-Gorski Kotar County.

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 Primorje-Gorski Kotar County

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia?

Temperature range in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County (March)

Precipitation variation in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County (March)

Crikvenica

In March Crikvenica generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
158 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Malinska

In March Malinska generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
159 hours
173 hours
Monthly rainfall
141 mm (5.6 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Rab

In March Rab generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
158 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Novi Vinodolski

In March Novi Vinodolski generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
158 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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Krk

In March Krk generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
123 hours
158 hours
187 hours
Monthly rainfall
135 mm (5.3 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
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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 Primorje-Gorski Kotar County in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Crikvenica 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Malinska 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Rab 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Novi Vinodolski 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Krk 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Opatija 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)

Primorje-Gorski Kotar County weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia in March?

In March, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia generally has less favorable weather conditions. Crikvenica sees daytime temperatures near 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

What is the average temperature in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia in March?

In Crikvenica, the average daytime high in March is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

Does Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia get a lot of rain in March?

Yes, March tends to be a wetter month in Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia. Average rainfall in Crikvenica sits around 115 mm (4.5 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia?

Given the typically less favorable weather conditions in Crikvenica, March may not be the ideal time to visit Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia.

On average, the best time to visit Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia is in June, July and August with generally excellent weather in Crikvenica. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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