Planning a trip to Split in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +57°F and approximately 14 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 11 rainy days and 85 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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+57°F
Avg. max. temperature
+23°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
85 mm
Total precipitation
60%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
14 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Split has good weather in March.
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Average temperature in Split in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Split for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +66°F during the day to a minimum of +39°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +59°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +52°F to +59°F.
Is Split warm or cold in March?
Split is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +54°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +41°F to +45°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 Split:
Water temperature in Split in March
Water in Split in March is Cold. It varies from +55°F to +59°F, with an average of +57°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +57°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Split are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +77°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +56°F.
Can you swim in Split in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Split in March, the water is very cold (+57°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 Split in March
Split weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+54°F
+57°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+19°F
+23°F
+34°F
Max. temperature
+68°F
+77°F
+82°F
Rainfall
84 mm
85 mm
78 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F
+57°F
+59°F
Humidity
60%
60%
60%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
13
14
12
Cloudy days
4
4
4
Rainy days
9
11
11
Snowy days
1
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 +54°F to +57°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 84 mm to 85 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 60%.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 13 to 14.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Split 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 Split 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 Split based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 62 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 20 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 11 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:
Split wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 174 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 18 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Split?
This is the weather in Split in March 2023:
1 March
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+53°F
2 March
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+56°F
3 March
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+52°F
4 March
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+58°F
5 March
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+57°F
6 March
☁️
+57°F
7 March
☀️
+57°F
8 March
☁️
+59°F
9 March
☁️
+61°F
10 March
🌧️
+61°F
11 March
☀️
+61°F
12 March
☀️
+59°F
13 March
☀️
+62°F
14 March
☀️
+61°F
15 March
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+54°F
16 March
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+54°F
17 March
☀️
+56°F
18 March
☀️
+58°F
19 March
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+59°F
20 March
🌧️
+60°F
21 March
☀️
+62°F
22 March
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+66°F
23 March
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+67°F
24 March
☀️
+66°F
25 March
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+66°F
26 March
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+63°F
27 March
☀️
+60°F
28 March
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+55°F
29 March
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+55°F
30 March
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+59°F
31 March
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+59°F
In March 2023 Split had 25 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +66°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 34%. 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 Split climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Split in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+63°F) and the highest in 2022 (+71°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 684 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 1421 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Split in March:
Is March a good time to visit Split?
March is a really good time to go to Split. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Split.
Can you sunbathe in Split in March?
March has mild temperatures in Split. 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 Split in March?
Swimming in Split in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Split rainy in March?
Split 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 Split in March?
The amount of sunny days in Split during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Croatia
Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Split, 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.
