Turkey (Bodrum) · March
Low seasonTurkey · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 15° (59°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 16° (61°)8– (46–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)20– (68–)33 (91) | 32° (90°)25– (77–)37 (99) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)39 (102) | 35° (95°)30– (86–)39 (102) | 31° (88°)25– (77–)35 (95) | 26° (79°)20– (68–)30 (86) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)25 (77) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)21 (70) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 7° (45°)-1– (30–)14 (57) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)26 (79) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)20 (68) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)17 (63) |
☀️Sunshine | 6h | 7h | 9h | 11h | 11h | 13h | 13h | 12h | 11h | 9h | 7h | 6h |
🌊Water Temp | 18° (64°) | 17° (63°) | 17° (63°) | 18° (64°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) |
🌧Rain Days | 12d169mm (6.6") | 7d75mm (3.0") | 6d62mm (2.4") | 3d26mm (1.0") | 2d23mm (0.9") | 1d5mm (0.2") | 0d1mm (0.1") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 1d9mm (0.4") | 3d33mm (1.3") | 7d101mm (4.0") | 11d154mm (6.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Turkey (Bodrum) 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 9°C (48°F) at night (daily average: 14°C (57°F)). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 62 mm (2.4 in) total. At 17°C (63°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.
Bodrum in hibernation: the amphitheatre above the bay, the Crusader castle and the quiet fish restaurants on the harbour without the tourist waves. The ideal time for sailors and culture travellers.
Packing list for Turkey (Bodrum) in March
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Turkey (Bodrum)?
- March is not an optimal month for Turkey (Bodrum) (Score: 57/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, and October.
- How warm is it in Turkey (Bodrum) in March?
- In March, Turkey (Bodrum) sees daily highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights cool to 9°C (48°F), with a daily average of 14°C (57°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F).
- How much rain falls in Turkey (Bodrum) in March?
- In March, Turkey (Bodrum) receives an average of 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Turkey (Bodrum) get in March?
- Turkey (Bodrum) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Turkey (Bodrum) in March?
- Water temperature in Turkey (Bodrum) in March averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.