Crete · March
Low seasonGreece · Europe
Max Temp
17.6°C
Min Temp
10.3°C
Sunshine
8.3 h/day
Rain Days
4 days
Water Temp
15.9°C
Rainfall
37.5 mm
Humidity
70%
Avg Temp
14.1°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Crete at 18°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, September, and October.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 18°C, cooling to 10°C at night (daily average: 14°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 38 mm total. At 16°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.
Kreta im Winterfrühling: Die Berge des Psiloritis tragen noch Schnee, die Olivenernte ist vorbei, der Strand gehört den Fischern. Für Wanderer auf dem E4-Fernwanderweg oder in der noch geschlossenen Samaria-Schlucht ist das die ungestörteste Zeit.
Packing list for Crete in March
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Crete?
- March is not an optimal month for Crete (Score: 61/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Crete in March?
- In March, Crete sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 10°C, with a daily average of 14°C.
- How much rain falls in Crete in March?
- In March, Crete receives an average of 38 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Crete get in March?
- Crete averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Crete in March?
- Water temperature in Crete in March averages 16°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.