Planning a trip to Mykonos in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +15°C and approximately 10 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 11 rainy days and 44 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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+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
+1°C
Min.
+26°C
Max.
44 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Mykonos has good weather in March.
Average temperature in Mykonos in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Mykonos for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +17°C during the day to a minimum of +10°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +15°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +16°C to +16°C.
Is Mykonos warm or cold in March?
Mykonos is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +14°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +11°C to +12°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
March is one of the coolest months in Mykonos, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Mykonos in March
Water in Mykonos in March is Cold. It varies from +15°C to +17°C, with an average of +16°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +15°C.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Mykonos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +25°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +16°C.
Can you swim in Mykonos in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Mykonos in March, the water is very cold (+16°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 Mykonos in March
Mykonos weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+14°C
+15°C
+17°C
Min. temperature
-1°C
+1°C
+6°C
Max. temperature
+23°C
+26°C
+27°C
Rainfall
59 mm
44 mm
18 mm
Wind
7 m/s
6 m/s
5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C
+16°C
+16°C
Humidity
72%
72%
73%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
5
10
13
Cloudy days
9
10
9
Rainy days
13
11
7
Snowy days
0
0
0
March often has better weather than February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +14°C to +15°C during the day.As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 59 mm to 44 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 72%.Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 7 m/s to 6 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 5 to 10.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Mykonos in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 7 m/s getting up to 13 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Mykonos is gradually decreasing during March, going from 6 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Mykonos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 33 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 10 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 8 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Mykonos wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 70 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Mykonos?
This is the weather in Mykonos in March 2023:
1 March
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+16°C
2 March
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+15°C
3 March
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+14°C
4 March
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+16°C
5 March
🌧️
+15°C
6 March
☀️
+15°C
7 March
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+16°C
8 March
☁️
+16°C
9 March
☀️
+16°C
10 March
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+17°C
11 March
☁️
+17°C
12 March
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+16°C
13 March
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+12°C
14 March
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+12°C
15 March
🌧️
+15°C
16 March
🌧️
+15°C
17 March
🌧️
+14°C
18 March
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+13°C
19 March
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+14°C
20 March
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+15°C
21 March
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+15°C
22 March
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+16°C
23 March
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+15°C
24 March
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+15°C
25 March
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+16°C
26 March
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+17°C
27 March
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+17°C
28 March
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+16°C
29 March
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+12°C
30 March
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+14°C
31 March
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+16°C
In March 2023 Mykonos had 16 sunny days, 10 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +15°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +12°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 44%. The average wind speed was 7 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Mykonos climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Mykonos in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+18°C) and the highest in 2021 (+23°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 149 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2003 with 694 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Mykonos in March:
Is March a good time to visit Mykonos?
March is a really good time to go to Mykonos. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Mykonos.
Can you sunbathe in Mykonos in March?
March has mild temperatures in Mykonos. 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 Mykonos in March?
Swimming in Mykonos in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Mykonos rainy in March?
Mykonos is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Mykonos in March?
The amount of sunny days in Mykonos during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Mykonos, 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.