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Rijeka in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Rijeka in March and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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March

Weather in Rijeka in March 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
March could be a good time to visit Rijeka, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +13°C, and there are typically 10 sunny days in March. However, expect about 14 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 151 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
-10°C
Min.
+25°C
Max.
151 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rijeka has OK weather in March.

Average temperature in Rijeka in March

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

The expected average maximum temperature in March is +14°C with a maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +2°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 35% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +7°C to +13°C.

Is Rijeka warm or cold in March?

Rijeka is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +10°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +3°C to +6°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 Rijeka:

Water temperature in Rijeka in March

Water in Rijeka in March is Cold. It varies from +10°C to +12°C, with an average of +11°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +13°C.

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

The warmest water temperatures in Rijeka are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +11°C.

Can you swim in Rijeka in March?

We would not recommend swimming in Rijeka in March, the water is very cold (+11°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
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 Rijeka in March

Rijeka weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+10°C+13°C+17°C
Min. temperature
-13°C-10°C-1°C
Max. temperature
+24°C+25°C+28°C
Rainfall
136 mm151 mm146 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+11°C+11°C+13°C
Humidity
66%65%65%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1015 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
9108
Cloudy days
665
Rainy days
111416
Snowy days
100

March typically has worse weather conditions compared to February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +10°C to +13°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 136 mm to 151 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 66% to 65%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 9 to 10.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Rijeka 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 Rijeka is gradually decreasing during March, going from 8 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Rijeka based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 148 mm, with a 52% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 16 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:
Rijeka wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 47% chance of precipitation and 280 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 98 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Rijeka?

This is the weather in Rijeka in March 2023:
1 March
🌧️
+7°C
2 March
☀️
+10°C
3 March
☀️
+11°C
4 March
☀️
+14°C
5 March
☀️
+13°C
6 March
🌧️
+11°C
7 March
🌧️
+12°C
8 March
🌧️
+13°C
9 March
🌧️
+15°C
10 March
🌧️
+14°C
11 March
☀️
+14°C
12 March
☀️
+14°C
13 March
☀️
+15°C
14 March
🌧️
+14°C
15 March
🌧️
+12°C
16 March
☀️
+13°C
17 March
☀️
+15°C
18 March
☀️
+14°C
19 March
☀️
+15°C
20 March
🌧️
+12°C
21 March
☀️
+19°C
22 March
☀️
+19°C
23 March
☀️
+18°C
24 March
☀️
+17°C
25 March
🌧️
+14°C
26 March
☁️
+15°C
27 March
☁️
+14°C
28 March
☀️
+13°C
29 March
☀️
+14°C
30 March
☁️
+13°C
31 March
🌧️
+13°C
In March 2023 Rijeka had 17 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +14°C, with an absolute maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +7°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?

Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+16°C) and the highest in 2011 (+20°C). The driest year was 2003 with only 1149 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 4603 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rijeka in March:

Is March a good time to visit Rijeka?

It’s always a good time to visit Rijeka, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Rijeka in March?

March has mild temperatures in Rijeka. 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 Rijeka in March?

Swimming in Rijeka in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Rijeka rainy in March?

Rijeka 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 Rijeka in March?

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

Other cities in Croatia

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Monthly weather in Rijeka

Source of the data

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