Is March a good time to visit Rhodes?

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

How warm is it in Rhodes in March?

In March, Rhodes sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 12°C, with a daily average of 15°C.

How much rain falls in Rhodes in March?

In March, Rhodes receives an average of 50 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Rhodes get in March?

Rhodes averages 9 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

How warm is the water in Rhodes in March?

Water temperature in Rhodes in March averages 17°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.

Is March a good time to visit Rhodes?

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

How warm is it in Rhodes in March?

In March, Rhodes sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 12°C, with a daily average of 15°C.

How much rain falls in Rhodes in March?

In March, Rhodes receives an average of 50 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Rhodes get in March?

Rhodes averages 9 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

How warm is the water in Rhodes in March?

Water temperature in Rhodes in March averages 17°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.

Rhodes · March

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Climate Overview

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
MAX🌡MAX	16°	16°	18°	21°	25°	29°	31°	31°	29°	25°	21°	18°
MIN🌡MIN	11°	11°	12°	15°	18°	22°	25°	25°	23°	19°	15°	12°
☀️Sunshine	6h	8h	9h	11h	12h	13h	13h	12h	11h	9h	7h	6h
🌊Water Temp	18°	17°	17°	18°	21°	24°	26°	28°	27°	25°	22°	20°
🌧Rain Days	9d125mm	7d87mm	4d50mm	2d25mm	2d20mm	0d3mm	0d1mm	0d3mm	1d18mm	3d47mm	5d95mm	8d135mm

Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data

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

March in Rhodes 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 12°C at night (daily average: 15°C). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 50 mm total. At 17°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.

Frühling: Beste Wandersaison, Wildblumen im Landesinneren, die Strände von Tsambika und Anthony Quinn Bay noch fast leer. Erstes Schwimmen im Mai möglich.

Packing list for Rhodes 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 Rhodes?: March is not an optimal month for Rhodes (Score: 63/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
How warm is it in Rhodes in March?: In March, Rhodes sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 12°C, with a daily average of 15°C.
How much rain falls in Rhodes in March?: In March, Rhodes receives an average of 50 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
How many sunshine hours does Rhodes get in March?: Rhodes averages 9 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
How warm is the water in Rhodes in March?: Water temperature in Rhodes in March averages 17°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.