Is March a good time to visit Peloponnese?

March is not an optimal month for Peloponnese (Score: 63/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.

How warm is it in Peloponnese in March?

In March, Peloponnese sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 7°C, with a daily average of 13°C. Peaks reach around 23°C, the coldest nights around 2°C.

How much rain falls in Peloponnese in March?

In March, Peloponnese receives an average of 31 mm of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Peloponnese get in March?

Peloponnese averages 7 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

How warm is the water in Peloponnese in March?

Water temperature in Peloponnese in March averages 16°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.

Peloponnese · March

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Climate Overview

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Ø day, ↑ warmest🌡Ø day↑ warmest	16° (61°)19° (66°)	16° (61°)20° (68°)	18° (64°)23° (73°)	22° (72°)27° (81°)	26° (79°)32° (90°)	30° (86°)37° (99°)	33° (91°)39° (102°)	33° (91°)38° (100°)	30° (86°)35° (95°)	25° (77°)30° (86°)	21° (70°)25° (77°)	17° (63°)22° (72°)
Ø night, ↓ coldest🌡Ø night↓ coldest	6° (43°)-1° (30°)	6° (43°)-1° (30°)	7° (45°)2° (36°)	10° (50°)5° (41°)	13° (55°)9° (48°)	18° (64°)13° (55°)	20° (68°)16° (61°)	20° (68°)16° (61°)	18° (64°)13° (55°)	14° (57°)9° (48°)	10° (50°)4° (39°)	7° (45°)1° (34°)
☀️Sunshine	5h UV 4	6h UV 5	7h UV 6	8h UV 7	8h UV 7	9h UV 8	10h UV 8	9h UV 7	8h UV 7	7h UV 6	5h UV 4	5h UV 4
🌊Water Temp	17° (63°)	16° (61°)	16° (61°)	17° (63°)	20° (68°)	22° (72°)	25° (77°)	27° (81°)	26° (79°)	24° (75°)	22° (72°)	19° (66°)
🌧Rain Days	6d63mm (2.5")	4d38mm (1.5")	3d31mm (1.2")	2d13mm (0.5")	2d14mm (0.6")	1d23mm (0.9")	1d13mm (0.5")	1d16mm (0.6")	2d44mm (1.7")	3d41mm (1.6")	5d67mm (2.6")	5d66mm (2.6")

Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data

Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.

March in Peloponnese at 18°C (64°F) 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 highs average 18°C (64°F), cooling to 7°C (45°F) at night (daily average: 13°C (55°F)). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 3 rain days with 31 mm (1.2 in) total. At 16°C (61°F), 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.

The Peloponnese in spring is hiking country: flowering maquis, full gorges, 18 to 25°C (64 to 77°F). The Mani with its tower houses and the mountain villages of Arcadia are at their best now.

Packing list for Peloponnese in March

Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
Light jacket
Jumper or fleece
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
Travel first-aid kit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is March a good time to visit Peloponnese?: March is not an optimal month for Peloponnese (Score: 63/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
How warm is it in Peloponnese in March?: In March, Peloponnese sees daily highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights cool to 7°C (45°F), with a daily average of 13°C (55°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F).
How much rain falls in Peloponnese in March?: In March, Peloponnese receives an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
How many sunshine hours does Peloponnese get in March?: Peloponnese averages 7 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
How warm is the water in Peloponnese in March?: Water temperature in Peloponnese in March averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.