Weather for Paphos in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +61°F during the day, and approximately 12 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 7 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in March around 33 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
33 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Paphos has good weather in March.
Average temperature in Paphos in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Paphos for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +63°F with a maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +54°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 78% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +57°F.
Is Paphos warm or cold in March?
Paphos is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +59°F to +61°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.
March is one of the coolest months in Paphos, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Paphos in March
Water in Paphos in March is Fresh. It varies from +61°F to +65°F, with an average of +63°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +61°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Paphos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +82°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +62°F.
Can you swim in Paphos in March?
Water temperature (+63°F) in Paphos 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 Paphos in March
Paphos weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+59°F
+61°F
+66°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+41°F
+46°F
Max. temperature
+77°F
+79°F
+84°F
Rainfall
56 mm
33 mm
13 mm
Wind
4 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F
+63°F
+64°F
Humidity
68%
70%
71%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
8
12
15
Cloudy days
8
9
8
Rainy days
8
7
5
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 +61°F during the day.As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 56 mm to 33 mm.Humidity rises from 68% to 70%.Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 8 to 12.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Paphos in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Paphos is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Paphos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 38 mm, with a 29% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 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:
Paphos wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 86 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 Paphos?
This is the weather in Paphos in March 2023:
1 March
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+70°F
2 March
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+68°F
3 March
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+66°F
4 March
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+61°F
5 March
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+67°F
6 March
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+60°F
7 March
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+60°F
8 March
☀️
+61°F
9 March
☀️
+62°F
10 March
☀️
+64°F
11 March
☀️
+67°F
12 March
☁️
+65°F
13 March
🌧️
+61°F
14 March
☀️
+59°F
15 March
☁️
+60°F
16 March
☀️
+63°F
17 March
🌧️
+62°F
18 March
🌧️
+57°F
19 March
🌧️
+59°F
20 March
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+64°F
21 March
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+64°F
22 March
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+62°F
23 March
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+64°F
24 March
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+65°F
25 March
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+67°F
26 March
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+63°F
27 March
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+63°F
28 March
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+63°F
29 March
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+58°F
30 March
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+56°F
31 March
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+57°F
In March 2023 Paphos had 20 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +55°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Paphos climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Paphos in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+67°F) and the highest in 2020 (+76°F). The driest year was 2008 with only 174 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 684 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Paphos in March:
Is March a good time to visit Paphos?
March is a really good time to go to Paphos. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Paphos.
Can you sunbathe in Paphos in March?
March has mild temperatures in Paphos. 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 Paphos in March?
In general, you can swim in Paphos in March, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +63°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Paphos rainy in March?
Paphos is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Paphos in March?
The amount of sunny days in Paphos during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Paphos, 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.