Zadar

Zadar County Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Zadar County, Croatia in March.

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Zadar Pag Biograd na Moru Vir

Planning a getaway to Zadar County, 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 Zadar County in March

Zadar County, Croatia is a region in Croatia. March in Zadar County generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Gračac to 16°C (61°F) in Polača. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Polača and 2°C (36°F) in Gračac.

For a closer look at conditions across Zadar County, Croatia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Žman with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Gračac with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Zadar as an example - it receives around 188 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.

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Best Places to Visit in Zadar County in March

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

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

Temperature range in Zadar County (March)

Precipitation variation in Zadar County (March)

Zadar

In March Zadar generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
188 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Zadar →

Pag

In March Pag 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 poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
188 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
101 mm (4 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Pag →

Biograd na Moru

In March Biograd na Moru 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 »
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
150 hours
190 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Biograd na Moru →

Vir

In March Vir generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
188 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Vir →

Starigrad-Paklenica

In March Starigrad-Paklenica generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
144 hours
188 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Starigrad-Paklenica →

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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 Zadar County in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zadar 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Pag 13°C (55°F) 6°C (43°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Biograd na Moru 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Vir 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Starigrad-Paklenica 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Bibinje 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

Zadar County weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Zadar County, Croatia in March?

Zadar County, Croatia typically experiences tolerable weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Zadar average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Zadar County, Croatia in March?

In Zadar, the average daytime high in March is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Zadar County, Croatia get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Zadar County, Croatia. Zadar averages only about 86 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Zadar County, Croatia?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Zadar County, Croatia with overall tolerable weather in Zadar. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, May and June provide perfect weather in Zadar. In contrast, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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