Are you considering a trip to Thessaloniki in March? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +57°F and about 9 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 12 rainy days and 63 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
+27°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
63 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Thessaloniki has good weather in March.
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Average temperature in Thessaloniki in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Thessaloniki for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in March is +61°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +73°F during the day and a minimum of +39°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 32% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +57°F to +68°F.
Is Thessaloniki warm or cold in March?
Thessaloniki is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +52°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +39°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 Thessaloniki:
Water temperature in Thessaloniki in March
Water in Thessaloniki in March is Cold. It varies from +55°F to +57°F, with an average of +56°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 Thessaloniki are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +79°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +56°F.
Can you swim in Thessaloniki in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Thessaloniki in March, the water is very cold (+56°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 Thessaloniki in March
Thessaloniki weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+52°F
+57°F
+64°F
Min. temperature
+19°F
+27°F
+30°F
Max. temperature
+79°F
+82°F
+86°F
Rainfall
55 mm
63 mm
62 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F
+56°F
+58°F
Humidity
69%
68%
66%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
8
9
10
Cloudy days
8
9
7
Rainy days
11
12
11
Snowy days
2
0
0
March often has better weather than February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +52°F to +57°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 55 mm to 63 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 69% to 68%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 8 to 9.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Thessaloniki in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 14 m/s which is quite strong. The wind will cause branches to move and ground debris to fly around.
The average wind speed in Thessaloniki is gradually increasing during March, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Thessaloniki based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 45%, leading to total precipitation of around 66 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 16 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 14 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:
Thessaloniki wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 39% chance of precipitation and 77 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 16% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Thessaloniki?
This is the weather in Thessaloniki in March 2023:
1 March
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+57°F
2 March
🌧️
+54°F
3 March
🌧️
+57°F
4 March
🌧️
+54°F
5 March
🌧️
+60°F
6 March
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+62°F
7 March
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+62°F
8 March
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+64°F
9 March
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+68°F
10 March
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+67°F
11 March
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+69°F
12 March
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+58°F
13 March
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+58°F
14 March
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+60°F
15 March
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+54°F
16 March
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+51°F
17 March
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+58°F
18 March
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+56°F
19 March
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+62°F
20 March
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+63°F
21 March
🌧️
+61°F
22 March
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+66°F
23 March
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+65°F
24 March
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+65°F
25 March
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+65°F
26 March
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+73°F
27 March
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+71°F
28 March
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+53°F
29 March
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+59°F
30 March
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+65°F
31 March
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+67°F
In March 2023 Thessaloniki had 19 sunny days, 5 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 71%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 18%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 18 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Thessaloniki climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Thessaloniki in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1991 (+65°F) and the highest in 2013 (+73°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 258 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1565 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Thessaloniki in March:
Is March a good time to visit Thessaloniki?
March is a really good time to go to Thessaloniki. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Thessaloniki.
Can you sunbathe in Thessaloniki in March?
March has mild temperatures in Thessaloniki. 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 Thessaloniki in March?
Swimming in Thessaloniki in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Thessaloniki rainy in March?
Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Thessaloniki in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Thessaloniki, 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.
