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Karpathos in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Karpathos in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Karpathos, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Karpathos in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Karpathos in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +59°F and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 11 rainy days and 33 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+70°F
Max.
33 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Karpathos has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Karpathos in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Karpathos for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +64°F during the day to a minimum of +52°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +61°F.

Is Karpathos warm or cold in March?

Karpathos is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +57°F to +59°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.

March is one of the coolest months in Karpathos, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Karpathos in March

Water in Karpathos in March is Fresh. It varies from +60°F to +64°F, with an average of +62°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +59°F.

The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Karpathos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +80°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +62°F.

Can you swim in Karpathos in March?

Water temperature (+62°F) in Karpathos in March might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Karpathos in March

Karpathos weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+57°F+59°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+39°F+41°F+46°F
Max. temperature
+66°F+70°F+82°F
Rainfall
53 mm33 mm16 mm
Wind
6 m/s6 m/s6 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F+62°F+63°F
Humidity
71%72%74%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
5913
Cloudy days
91110
Rainy days
13117
Snowy days
000

March often has better weather than February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +57°F to +59°F during the day. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 53 mm to 33 mm. Humidity rises from 71% to 72%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 6 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 5 to 9.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Karpathos in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 7 m/s getting up to 13 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Karpathos is gradually increasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Karpathos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 15 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 3 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Karpathos wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 63 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Karpathos?

This is the weather in Karpathos in March 2023:
1 March
☁️
+63°F
2 March
☀️
+63°F
3 March
☀️
+61°F
4 March
🌧️
+61°F
5 March
🌧️
+61°F
6 March
☀️
+60°F
7 March
☁️
+61°F
8 March
☀️
+62°F
9 March
☀️
+61°F
10 March
☀️
+62°F
11 March
☁️
+64°F
12 March
🌧️
+62°F
13 March
☀️
+60°F
14 March
☁️
+57°F
15 March
☀️
+61°F
16 March
🌧️
+61°F
17 March
☁️
+60°F
18 March
☁️
+58°F
19 March
☁️
+59°F
20 March
☀️
+60°F
21 March
☀️
+61°F
22 March
☀️
+61°F
23 March
☁️
+61°F
24 March
☁️
+61°F
25 March
☀️
+61°F
26 March
☀️
+62°F
27 March
☀️
+63°F
28 March
☀️
+63°F
29 March
☁️
+56°F
30 March
☀️
+59°F
31 March
☀️
+60°F
In March 2023 Karpathos had 17 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 7 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Karpathos climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Karpathos in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+65°F) and the highest in 2018 (+73°F). The driest year was 1990 with only 160 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 480 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Karpathos in March:

Is March a good time to visit Karpathos?

March is a really good time to go to Karpathos. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Karpathos.

Can you sunbathe in Karpathos in March?

March has mild temperatures in Karpathos. 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 Karpathos in March?

In general, you can swim in Karpathos in March, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +62°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Karpathos rainy in March?

Karpathos is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Karpathos in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Karpathos in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Karpathos

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Karpathos, 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.