Weather for Malaga in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +63°F during the day, and approximately 14 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 8 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in March around 46 mm. 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.
+81°F
Max.
46 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malaga has good weather in March.
Average temperature in Malaga in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Malaga for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +68°F with a maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +45°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 56% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +77°F.
Is Malaga warm or cold in March?
Malaga is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +59°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +54°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 Malaga:
Water temperature in Malaga in March
Water in Malaga 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 Malaga 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 Malaga in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Malaga 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 Malaga in March
Malaga weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+59°F
+63°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+37°F
+39°F
+45°F
Max. temperature
+77°F
+81°F
+88°F
Rainfall
42 mm
46 mm
37 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F
+60°F
+62°F
Humidity
69%
68%
65%
Air pressure
1019 HPa
1017 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
12
14
14
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
8
8
8
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as good as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +59°F to +63°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 42 mm to 46 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 69% to 68%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 12 to 14.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Malaga in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 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 Malaga is gradually increasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Malaga based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 12 mm, with a 10% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 8 mm, which is considered light rain.Malaga is amazing in March with as little as 3 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:
Malaga wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 30% chance of precipitation and 66 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Malaga?
This is the weather in Malaga in March 2023:
1 March
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+60°F
2 March
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+60°F
3 March
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+60°F
4 March
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+57°F
5 March
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+58°F
6 March
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+63°F
7 March
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+66°F
8 March
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+69°F
9 March
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+67°F
10 March
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+70°F
11 March
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+72°F
12 March
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+70°F
13 March
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+72°F
14 March
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+69°F
15 March
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+67°F
16 March
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+67°F
17 March
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+68°F
18 March
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+67°F
19 March
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+67°F
20 March
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+63°F
21 March
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+64°F
22 March
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+65°F
23 March
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+68°F
24 March
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+74°F
25 March
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+71°F
26 March
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+76°F
27 March
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+67°F
28 March
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+66°F
29 March
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+66°F
30 March
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+78°F
31 March
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+78°F
In March 2023 Malaga had 23 sunny days, 8 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +68°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 64%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Malaga climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Malaga in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+67°F) and the highest in 2022 (+75°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 215 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 768 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Malaga in March:
Is March a good time to visit Malaga?
March is a really good time to go to Malaga. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Malaga.
Can you sunbathe in Malaga in March?
March has mild temperatures in Malaga. 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 Malaga in March?
Swimming in Malaga in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Malaga rainy in March?
Malaga is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Malaga in March?
The amount of sunny days in Malaga during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Malaga, 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.