Weather for Zadar in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +57°F during the day, and approximately 11 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 11 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in March around 73 mm. 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
+21°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
73 mm
Total precipitation
69%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Zadar has good weather in March.
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Average temperature in Zadar in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Zadar for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in March is +57°F with a maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +43°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +48°F to +59°F.
Is Zadar warm or cold in March?
Zadar 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 +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 Zadar:
Water temperature in Zadar in March
Water in Zadar in March is Cold. It varies from +53°F to +58°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 Zadar are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +76°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +55°F.
Can you swim in Zadar in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Zadar 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 Zadar in March
Zadar weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+52°F
+57°F
+63°F
Min. temperature
+16°F
+21°F
+30°F
Max. temperature
+68°F
+75°F
+81°F
Rainfall
74 mm
73 mm
66 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+55°F
+56°F
+58°F
Humidity
70%
69%
70%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
11
11
10
Cloudy days
6
7
6
Rainy days
10
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 +52°F to +57°F during the day.As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 74 mm to 73 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 70% to 69%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 11 sunny days during the month.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Zadar in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Zadar is gradually decreasing during March, going from 8 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Zadar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 72 mm, with a 39% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 12 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:
Zadar wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 138 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 25 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Zadar?
This is the weather in Zadar in March 2023:
1 March
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+49°F
2 March
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+55°F
3 March
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+54°F
4 March
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+55°F
5 March
☀️
+55°F
6 March
🌧️
+55°F
7 March
🌧️
+56°F
8 March
☁️
+58°F
9 March
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+59°F
10 March
🌧️
+57°F
11 March
☀️
+59°F
12 March
☀️
+57°F
13 March
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+60°F
14 March
☀️
+60°F
15 March
🌧️
+55°F
16 March
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+53°F
17 March
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+54°F
18 March
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+58°F
19 March
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+58°F
20 March
🌧️
+57°F
21 March
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+61°F
22 March
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+61°F
23 March
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+64°F
24 March
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+62°F
25 March
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+60°F
26 March
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+62°F
27 March
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+57°F
28 March
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+53°F
29 March
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+57°F
30 March
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+58°F
31 March
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+59°F
In March 2023 Zadar had 18 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +57°F, with an absolute maximum of +64°F and a minimum of +48°F. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 93% and a minimum of 35%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Zadar climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Zadar in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+61°F) and the highest in 2018 (+69°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 543 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1980 with 1359 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Zadar in March:
Is March a good time to visit Zadar?
March is a really good time to go to Zadar. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Zadar.
Can you sunbathe in Zadar in March?
March has mild temperatures in Zadar. 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 Zadar in March?
Swimming in Zadar in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Zadar rainy in March?
Zadar 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 Zadar in March?
The amount of sunny days in Zadar 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 Zadar, 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.
