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Samos in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Samos in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Samos 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 11 rainy days and 94 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
+34°F
Min.
+73°F
Max.
94 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Samos has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Samos in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Samos 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 +46°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +64°F to +63°F.

Is Samos warm or cold in March?

Samos 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 +50°F to +52°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 Samos, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Samos in March

Water in Samos in March is Fresh. It varies from +59°F to +63°F, with an average of +61°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 Samos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +76°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +61°F.

Can you swim in Samos in March?

Water temperature (+61°F) in Samos 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 Samos in March

Samos weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+57°F+59°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+30°F+34°F+43°F
Max. temperature
+72°F+73°F+86°F
Rainfall
131 mm94 mm48 mm
Wind
5 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+61°F+61°F+62°F
Humidity
70%69%69%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
71012
Cloudy days
687
Rainy days
13119
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 131 mm to 94 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 69%. Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 5 m/s to 4 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

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Samos is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Samos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 248 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 107 mm, which is considered heavy rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 15 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:
Samos wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 222 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 Samos?

This is the weather in Samos in March 2023:
1 March
☀️
+65°F
2 March
☁️
+63°F
3 March
☁️
+60°F
4 March
☁️
+60°F
5 March
🌧️
+59°F
6 March
☁️
+59°F
7 March
🌧️
+62°F
8 March
☁️
+64°F
9 March
☁️
+62°F
10 March
🌧️
+62°F
11 March
🌧️
+63°F
12 March
☁️
+63°F
13 March
☀️
+59°F
14 March
☀️
+60°F
15 March
☀️
+61°F
16 March
🌧️
+59°F
17 March
☁️
+61°F
18 March
☁️
+60°F
19 March
☁️
+58°F
20 March
☀️
+64°F
21 March
☀️
+63°F
22 March
☀️
+63°F
23 March
☀️
+64°F
24 March
☀️
+64°F
25 March
☀️
+64°F
26 March
☀️
+64°F
27 March
🌧️
+64°F
28 March
🌧️
+63°F
29 March
☁️
+52°F
30 March
☀️
+59°F
31 March
☀️
+62°F
In March 2023 Samos had 13 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 45%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

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

The climate in Samos 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 2018 (+75°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 449 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 1890 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Samos in March:

Is March a good time to visit Samos?

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

Can you sunbathe in Samos in March?

March has mild temperatures in Samos. 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 Samos in March?

In general, you can swim in Samos in March, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +61°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Samos rainy in March?

Samos 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 Samos in March?

The amount of sunny days in Samos during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Greece

Check out the weather for other cities in Greece.

Monthly weather in Samos

Source of the data

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