Planning a trip to Gibraltar in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +63°F and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 11 rainy days and 63 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+39°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
63 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Gibraltar has good weather in March.
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Average temperature in Gibraltar in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Gibraltar for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +50°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +64°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +72°F.
Is Gibraltar warm or cold in March?
Gibraltar is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +61°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +55°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Gibraltar:
Water temperature in Gibraltar in March
Water in Gibraltar in March is Cold. It varies from +58°F to +63°F, with an average of +60°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +63°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Gibraltar are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +60°F.
Can you swim in Gibraltar in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Gibraltar in March, the water is very cold (+60°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Gibraltar in March
Gibraltar weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+61°F
+63°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+41°F
+39°F
+46°F
Max. temperature
+72°F
+79°F
+81°F
Rainfall
73 mm
63 mm
50 mm
Wind
5 m/s
5 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F
+60°F
+63°F
Humidity
74%
73%
73%
Air pressure
1020 HPa
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
7
9
8
Cloudy days
10
11
11
Rainy days
11
11
10
Snowy days
0
0
0
March often has better weather than February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +61°F to +63°F during the day.As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 73 mm to 63 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 5 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 7 to 9.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Gibraltar in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Gibraltar is gradually increasing during March, going from 5 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Gibraltar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 25 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain.Gibraltar is amazing in March with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Gibraltar wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Gibraltar?
This is the weather in Gibraltar in March 2023:
1 March
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+58°F
2 March
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+59°F
3 March
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+60°F
4 March
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+59°F
5 March
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+59°F
6 March
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+61°F
7 March
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+63°F
8 March
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+66°F
9 March
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+64°F
10 March
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+67°F
11 March
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+69°F
12 March
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+69°F
13 March
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+67°F
14 March
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+67°F
15 March
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+63°F
16 March
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+64°F
17 March
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+66°F
18 March
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+65°F
19 March
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+67°F
20 March
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+63°F
21 March
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+61°F
22 March
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+63°F
23 March
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+67°F
24 March
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+67°F
25 March
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+68°F
26 March
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+74°F
27 March
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+68°F
28 March
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+65°F
29 March
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+65°F
30 March
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+73°F
31 March
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+72°F
In March 2023 Gibraltar had 20 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +59°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 37%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Gibraltar climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Gibraltar in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2005 (+67°F) and the highest in 2020 (+71°F). The driest year was 2019 with only 310 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 1338 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Gibraltar in March:
Is March a good time to visit Gibraltar?
March is a really good time to go to Gibraltar. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Gibraltar.
Can you sunbathe in Gibraltar in March?
March has mild temperatures in Gibraltar. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Gibraltar in March?
Swimming in Gibraltar in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Gibraltar rainy in March?
Gibraltar is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Gibraltar in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Gibraltar in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Gibraltar, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
