Athens · March
Low seasonGreece · Europe
Max Temp
16.2°C
Min Temp
7.4°C
Sunshine
5 h/day
Rain Days
3 days
Water Temp
14.5°C
Rainfall
32.7 mm
Humidity
66%
Avg Temp
12°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Athens at 16°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, and September.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 16°C, cooling to 7°C at night (daily average: 12°C). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 3 rain days (33 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 15°C, the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Frühlingsperfekt: Die Akropolis begehbar ohne Hitzeschlacht, die Tavernen in Psiri und Thissio öffnen ihre Terrassen. Osterwoche mit Prozessionen und dem Geruch von Lammbraten auf jedem Platz.
Packing list for Athens in March
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Athens?
- March is not an optimal month for Athens (Score: 58/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Athens in March?
- In March, Athens sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 7°C, with a daily average of 12°C.
- How much rain falls in Athens in March?
- In March, Athens receives an average of 33 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Athens get in March?
- Athens averages 5 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Athens in March?
- Water temperature in Athens in March averages 15°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.