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Naxos in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Naxos in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Naxos in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +15°C and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 11 rainy days and 49 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+24°C
Max.
49 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
6 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
11 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Naxos has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Naxos in March

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

Going from a maximum of +20°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +17°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +18°C to +18°C.

Is Naxos warm or cold in March?

Naxos 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 Naxos, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Naxos in March

Water in Naxos in March is Fresh. 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 Naxos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +25°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +16°C.

Can you swim in Naxos in March?

Water temperature (+16°C) in Naxos 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 Naxos in March

Naxos weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+14°C+15°C+18°C
Min. temperature
+2°C+4°C+7°C
Max. temperature
+25°C+24°C+29°C
Rainfall
66 mm49 mm18 mm
Wind
7 m/s6 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C+16°C+17°C
Humidity
72%72%74%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
5912
Cloudy days
91010
Rainy days
13117
Snowy days
000

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 66 mm to 49 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 9.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 6 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 Naxos is gradually decreasing during March, going from 6 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Naxos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 32% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 63 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 10 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:
Naxos wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 80 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 Naxos?

This is the weather in Naxos in March 2023:
1 March
☁️
+18°C
2 March
☁️
+16°C
3 March
☁️
+16°C
4 March
☁️
+17°C
5 March
🌧️
+17°C
6 March
☀️
+17°C
7 March
☁️
+17°C
8 March
☀️
+18°C
9 March
☀️
+17°C
10 March
☁️
+18°C
11 March
☁️
+19°C
12 March
☀️
+17°C
13 March
☁️
+13°C
14 March
☁️
+13°C
15 March
☁️
+17°C
16 March
🌧️
+16°C
17 March
🌧️
+15°C
18 March
☁️
+14°C
19 March
☁️
+14°C
20 March
☁️
+17°C
21 March
☁️
+17°C
22 March
☀️
+17°C
23 March
☁️
+16°C
24 March
☀️
+16°C
25 March
☀️
+19°C
26 March
☀️
+20°C
27 March
☀️
+19°C
28 March
☀️
+18°C
29 March
☀️
+12°C
30 March
☀️
+16°C
31 March
☀️
+18°C
In March 2023 Naxos had 13 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +12°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 47%. The average wind speed was 6 m/s, with a maximum of 19 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Naxos 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 2010 (+22°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 157 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1104 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Naxos in March:

Is March a good time to visit Naxos?

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

Can you sunbathe in Naxos in March?

March has mild temperatures in Naxos. 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 Naxos in March?

In general, you can swim in Naxos in March, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +16°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Naxos rainy in March?

Naxos is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Naxos in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Naxos in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Naxos

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Naxos, 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.