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GreeceThe weather in March in Crete
It's cool to moderate in March in Crete with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 10°C and 12°C.
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Crete. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Crete, Greece. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2018, Crete reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 18°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Crete is 17°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 77 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in March for Crete
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Crete. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Crete | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 18°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 19°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 10°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 77 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Crete with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 11°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps stay steady at around 18°C, with nights around 11°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Crete is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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The climate in Crete is based on weather data from Heraklion. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Crete to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Crete, Greece. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Crete
Temperature in March in Crete over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Crete, Greece. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Crete
Total precipitation in March in Crete over the years
Daily UV index in March in Crete
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Crete, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in March in Crete
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Fresh mornings gave way to sunny afternoons. We had a few rainy days, but overall the weather was lovely!— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Crete by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Crete. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.