Thessalia Weather in March

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

Thinking about venturing to Thessalia, Greece 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 Thessalia in March

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Neraïdochóri at 12°C (54°F) to mild in Larissa at 17°C (63°F). At night it cools down to 5°C (41°F) in Larissa and 1°C (34°F) in Neraïdochóri.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Thessalia, Greece, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kalambaka with an average of 61 mm (2.4 in) to high rainfall in Neraïdochóri with 119 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Kalambaka receives about 158 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Thessalia by month

Best Places to Visit in Thessalia in March

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

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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 Thessalia

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

Temperature range in Thessalia (March)

Precipitation variation in Thessalia (March)

Kalambaka

In March Kalambaka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°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)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
158 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

Skiathos Town

In March Skiathos Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
159 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Skopelos Town

In March Skopelos Town generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
159 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Patitírion

In March Patitírion generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Portariá

In March Portariá 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)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
118 hours
159 hours
215 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kalambaka 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Skiathos Town 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Skopelos Town 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Patitírion 15°C (59°F) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Portariá 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Tsagarada 14°C (57°F) 10°C (50°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)

Thessalia weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Thessalia, Greece generally has tolerable weather conditions. Kalambaka sees daytime temperatures near 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Kalambaka peak at roughly 14°C (57°F) in March, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Thessalia, Greece during March, with Kalambaka averaging close to 61 mm (2.4 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Thessalia, Greece?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kalambaka, March might be a good time to visit Thessalia, Greece. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Kalambaka. On the other hand, the month of January tends to have poor weather conditions.

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