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Antalya in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Antalya in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Antalya, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Antalya in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Antalya in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +18°C and approximately 10 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 15 rainy days and 119 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+18°C
Avg. max. temperature
-3°C
Min.
+27°C
Max.
119 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Antalya has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Antalya in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Antalya for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +24°C during the day to a minimum of +6°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +19°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +24°C to +18°C.

Is Antalya warm or cold in March?

Antalya is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +18°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +8°C to +10°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Antalya:

Water temperature in Antalya in March

Water in Antalya in March is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +17°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +18°C.

The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Antalya are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +17°C.

Can you swim in Antalya in March?

Water temperature (+17°C) in Antalya in March might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Antalya in March

Antalya weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+15°C+18°C+21°C
Min. temperature
-2°C-3°C+4°C
Max. temperature
+27°C+27°C+35°C
Rainfall
144 mm119 mm89 mm
Wind
3 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+17°C+17°C+18°C
Humidity
64%64%66%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1013 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
9109
Cloudy days
233
Rainy days
131515
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +15°C to +18°C during the day. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 144 mm to 119 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 64%. Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 3 m/s to 2 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 9 to 10.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Antalya in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Antalya is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Antalya based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 42% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 221 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 60 mm, which is considered heavy rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Antalya wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 42% chance of precipitation and 231 mm of rainfall per day. August, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 19% chance of precipitation and 13 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Antalya?

This is the weather in Antalya in March 2023:
1 March
☀️
+24°C
2 March
☁️
+21°C
3 March
☀️
+24°C
4 March
☀️
+20°C
5 March
🌧️
+17°C
6 March
☁️
+18°C
7 March
☁️
+17°C
8 March
☁️
+19°C
9 March
☀️
+20°C
10 March
🌧️
+18°C
11 March
🌧️
+17°C
12 March
🌧️
+17°C
13 March
🌧️
+14°C
14 March
☁️
+16°C
15 March
☀️
+18°C
16 March
🌧️
+16°C
17 March
🌧️
+17°C
18 March
☁️
+18°C
19 March
☁️
+19°C
20 March
☀️
+23°C
21 March
☀️
+22°C
22 March
☁️
+19°C
23 March
🌧️
+18°C
24 March
☁️
+21°C
25 March
☀️
+24°C
26 March
☀️
+21°C
27 March
🌧️
+20°C
28 March
🌧️
+20°C
29 March
☁️
+14°C
30 March
☀️
+15°C
31 March
☀️
+18°C
In March 2023 Antalya had 11 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 10 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +19°C, with an absolute maximum of +24°C and a minimum of +14°C. The average humidity was 70%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 22%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Antalya climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Antalya in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+22°C) and the highest in 2016 (+26°C). The driest year was 2008 with only 735 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1974 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Antalya in March:

Is March a good time to visit Antalya?

March is a really good time to go to Antalya. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Antalya.

Can you sunbathe in Antalya in March?

March has mild temperatures in Antalya. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Antalya in March?

In general, you can swim in Antalya in March, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Antalya rainy in March?

Antalya is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Antalya in March?

The amount of sunny days in Antalya during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Antalya

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Antalya, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.