The month in detail
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Corfu. Temperatures rise (16°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 29% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
March ranks 8 out of 12 months in Corfu. Compared to February: +2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
16°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 33
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Corfu is June (9.5/10), 5.1 pts higher than March.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Greece
🗣️LanguageGreek
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.53°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 44%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in March
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Location
Where is Corfu ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GreeceTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
39.62°N · 19.92°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Corfu?
June is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 10.8h of sunshine and 10.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Corfu get in June?
Corfu averages 10.8 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Corfu?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Corfu in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Corfu good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Corfu scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Corfu?
January is the most difficult month to visit Corfu, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Corfu in March?
In March, the sea averages 16°C in Corfu: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Corfu in March?
The average UV index reaches 5 in March in Corfu (moderate), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.