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Kerkyra Island in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Kerkyra Island in March and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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March

Weather in Kerkyra Island in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Weather for Kerkyra Island in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +57°F during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 11 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in March around 96 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+57°F
Avg. max. temperature
+32°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
96 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kerkyra Island has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Kerkyra Island in March

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

The expected average maximum temperature in March is +59°F with a maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +50°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 Kerkyra Island warm or cold in March?

Kerkyra Island is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +55°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +48°F to +50°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 Kerkyra Island, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Kerkyra Island in March

Water in Kerkyra Island in March is Cold. It varies from +58°F to +61°F, with an average of +60°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +57°F.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Kerkyra Island are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +59°F.

Can you swim in Kerkyra Island in March?

We would not recommend swimming in Kerkyra Island 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.
🦭
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
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 Kerkyra Island in March

Kerkyra Island weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+55°F+57°F+63°F
Min. temperature
+30°F+32°F+39°F
Max. temperature
+72°F+75°F+84°F
Rainfall
125 mm96 mm56 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+59°F+60°F+61°F
Humidity
74%74%73%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
8910
Cloudy days
577
Rainy days
111110
Snowy days
000

March often has better weather than February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +55°F to +57°F during the day. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 125 mm to 96 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 74%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 8 to 9.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Kerkyra Island is gradually increasing during March, going from 4 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Kerkyra Island based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 123 mm, with a 45% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 31 mm, which is moderate rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kerkyra Island wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 236 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 7 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Kerkyra Island?

This is the weather in Kerkyra Island in March 2023:
1 March
☁️
+62°F
2 March
🌧️
+58°F
3 March
🌧️
+56°F
4 March
🌧️
+54°F
5 March
🌧️
+54°F
6 March
☁️
+57°F
7 March
🌧️
+56°F
8 March
☁️
+57°F
9 March
☁️
+59°F
10 March
🌧️
+61°F
11 March
☁️
+59°F
12 March
☁️
+60°F
13 March
☀️
+58°F
14 March
☀️
+58°F
15 March
🌧️
+57°F
16 March
☁️
+58°F
17 March
☀️
+57°F
18 March
☀️
+57°F
19 March
☀️
+58°F
20 March
☁️
+57°F
21 March
🌧️
+55°F
22 March
☀️
+61°F
23 March
☀️
+61°F
24 March
☀️
+61°F
25 March
☀️
+60°F
26 March
☀️
+62°F
27 March
🌧️
+61°F
28 March
☁️
+56°F
29 March
☀️
+56°F
30 March
☀️
+58°F
31 March
🌧️
+61°F
In March 2023 Kerkyra Island had 12 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +54°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+65°F) and the highest in 2019 (+74°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 720 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 1713 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kerkyra Island in March:

Is March a good time to visit Kerkyra Island?

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

Can you sunbathe in Kerkyra Island in March?

March has mild temperatures in Kerkyra Island. 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 Kerkyra Island in March?

Swimming in Kerkyra Island in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Kerkyra Island rainy in March?

Kerkyra Island 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 Kerkyra Island in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Kerkyra Island 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 Kerkyra Island

Source of the data

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