Planning a trip to Monastir in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +18°C and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 37 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+18°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
37 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Monastir has good weather in March.
Average temperature in Monastir in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Monastir for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +25°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +19°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +22°C.
Is Monastir warm or cold in March?
Monastir is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +16°C to +18°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°C to +12°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 Monastir:
Water temperature in Monastir in March
Water in Monastir in March is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +16°C, with an average of +15°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 Monastir are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +27°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +15°C.
Can you swim in Monastir in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Monastir in March, the water is very cold (+15°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Monastir in March
Monastir weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+16°C
+18°C
+20°C
Min. temperature
+2°C
+4°C
+8°C
Max. temperature
+28°C
+34°C
+35°C
Rainfall
28 mm
37 mm
24 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C
+15°C
+16°C
Humidity
69%
70%
69%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
11
13
13
Cloudy days
7
7
7
Rainy days
9
10
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as good as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +16°C to +18°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 28 mm to 37 mm.Humidity rises from 69% to 70%.Winds are stronger in comparison to February, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 11 to 13.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Monastir in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Monastir is gradually decreasing during March, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Monastir based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 6% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 4 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain.Monastir is amazing in March with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
March is one of the rainiest months in Monastir, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Monastir wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 46 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Monastir?
This is the weather in Monastir in March 2023:
1 March
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+17°C
2 March
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+16°C
3 March
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+15°C
4 March
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+16°C
5 March
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+16°C
6 March
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+19°C
7 March
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+18°C
8 March
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+21°C
9 March
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+22°C
10 March
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+22°C
11 March
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+24°C
12 March
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+23°C
13 March
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+19°C
14 March
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+25°C
15 March
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+19°C
16 March
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+17°C
17 March
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+16°C
18 March
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+19°C
19 March
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+17°C
20 March
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+16°C
21 March
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+16°C
22 March
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+17°C
23 March
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+18°C
24 March
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+21°C
25 March
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+23°C
26 March
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+25°C
27 March
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+21°C
28 March
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+18°C
29 March
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+18°C
30 March
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+22°C
31 March
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+22°C
In March 2023 Monastir had 20 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +19°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +15°C. The average humidity was 63%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Monastir climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Monastir in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+21°C) and the highest in 2014 (+25°C). The driest year was 2022 with only 164 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2003 with 541 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Monastir in March:
Is March a good time to visit Monastir?
March is a really good time to go to Monastir. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Monastir.
Can you sunbathe in Monastir in March?
March has mild temperatures in Monastir. 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 Monastir in March?
Swimming in Monastir in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Monastir rainy in March?
Monastir is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Monastir in March?
The amount of sunny days in Monastir during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
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For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Monastir, 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.