Planning a trip to Kos in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +59°F and approximately 10 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 66 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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+59°F
Avg. max. temperature
+37°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
66 mm
Total precipitation
74%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kos has good weather in March.
Average temperature in Kos in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kos 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 +50°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +61°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 25% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +61°F.
Is Kos warm or cold in March?
Kos 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 Kos, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Kos in March
Water in Kos in March is Fresh. It varies from +61°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 Kos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +62°F.
Can you swim in Kos in March?
Water temperature (+62°F) in Kos in March might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Kos in March
Kos weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+57°F
+59°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+37°F
+45°F
Max. temperature
+79°F
+73°F
+84°F
Rainfall
102 mm
66 mm
27 mm
Wind
7 m/s
6 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F
+62°F
+63°F
Humidity
72%
74%
77%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
7
10
12
Cloudy days
6
9
10
Rainy days
15
12
9
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 +57°F to +59°F during the day.As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 102 mm to 66 mm.Humidity rises from 72% to 74%.Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 7 m/s to 6 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 7 to 10.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Kos in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 6 m/s getting up to 12 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Kos is gradually decreasing during March, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Kos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 42% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 58 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 13 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:
Kos wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 146 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 Kos?
This is the weather in Kos in March 2023:
1 March
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+64°F
2 March
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+65°F
3 March
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+62°F
4 March
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+61°F
5 March
🌧️
+61°F
6 March
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+60°F
7 March
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+60°F
8 March
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+62°F
9 March
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+61°F
10 March
☁️
+62°F
11 March
🌧️
+63°F
12 March
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+63°F
13 March
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+59°F
14 March
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+59°F
15 March
☀️
+61°F
16 March
🌧️
+58°F
17 March
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+60°F
18 March
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+59°F
19 March
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+60°F
20 March
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+62°F
21 March
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+62°F
22 March
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+61°F
23 March
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+62°F
24 March
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+62°F
25 March
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+61°F
26 March
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+63°F
27 March
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+63°F
28 March
🌧️
+63°F
29 March
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+56°F
30 March
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+58°F
31 March
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+61°F
In March 2023 Kos had 16 sunny days, 11 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 76%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Kos climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Kos in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+66°F) and the highest in 2018 (+75°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 335 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1062 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kos in March:
Is March a good time to visit Kos?
March is a really good time to go to Kos. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Kos.
Can you sunbathe in Kos in March?
March has mild temperatures in Kos. 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 Kos in March?
In general, you can swim in Kos 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 Kos rainy in March?
Kos 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 Kos in March?
The amount of sunny days in Kos during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kos, 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.