Is March a good time to visit Algarve?

March is not an optimal month for Algarve (Score: 59/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.

How warm is it in Algarve in March?

In March, Algarve sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 11°C, with a daily average of 15°C.

How much rain falls in Algarve in March?

In March, Algarve receives an average of 47 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Algarve get in March?

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

How warm is the water in Algarve in March?

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

Is March a good time to visit Algarve?

March is not an optimal month for Algarve (Score: 59/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.

How warm is it in Algarve in March?

In March, Algarve sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 11°C, with a daily average of 15°C.

How much rain falls in Algarve in March?

In March, Algarve receives an average of 47 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Algarve get in March?

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

How warm is the water in Algarve in March?

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

Algarve · March

Low season

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Climate Overview

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
MAX🌡MAX	17°	17°	19°	21°	24°	26°	29°	29°	26°	24°	20°	17°
MIN🌡MIN	9°	10°	12°	14°	16°	19°	21°	21°	20°	17°	13°	11°
☀️Sunshine	7h	8h	9h	10h	12h	13h	13h	12h	10h	8h	7h	6h
🌊Water Temp	16°	16°	16°	17°	18°	19°	20°	20°	20°	20°	18°	17°
🌧Rain Days	3d30mm	3d34mm	5d47mm	4d37mm	2d20mm	0d4mm	0d1mm	0d4mm	1d13mm	3d47mm	4d69mm	4d48mm

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

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

March in Algarve 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, and September.

Daytime temperatures reach up to 18°C, cooling to 11°C at night (daily average: 15°C). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 5 rain days with 47 mm total. At 16°C, the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.

A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.

Frühling an der Goldküste: Temperaturen ideal zum Wandern entlang der Küstenfelsen, Strände der Praia da Marinha und Ponta da Piedade ohne Gedränge. Erstes Schwimmen ist für Hartgesottene möglich.

Packing list for Algarve 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 Algarve?: March is not an optimal month for Algarve (Score: 59/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
How warm is it in Algarve in March?: In March, Algarve sees daily highs of 18°C. Nights cool to 11°C, with a daily average of 15°C.
How much rain falls in Algarve in March?: In March, Algarve receives an average of 47 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
How many sunshine hours does Algarve get in March?: Algarve averages 9 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
How warm is the water in Algarve in March?: Water temperature in Algarve in March averages 16°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.