The month in detail
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Thessaloniki. Temperatures rise (16°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (25% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
March ranks 8 out of 12 months in Thessaloniki. Compared to February: +3°C daytime, 7 pts more rainy days, +1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
5°
Sea
11°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 36
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Thessaloniki is September (8.9/10), 4.4 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 trendData unavailable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 33°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 11°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 25%
🏖️ 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 Thessaloniki ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GreeceTemperate oceanic climate with a 8.9 → 4.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
40.64°N · 22.94°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Thessaloniki?
September is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 7.7h of sunshine and 13.0% rainy days. The months of September & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Thessaloniki get in September?
Thessaloniki averages 7.7 sunshine hours per day in September. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.5/10.
What is the rainiest month in Thessaloniki?
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 Thessaloniki in September?
In September, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Thessaloniki good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Thessaloniki scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains September with a score of 8.5/10.
When should you avoid Thessaloniki?
January is the most difficult month to visit Thessaloniki, 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 Thessaloniki in March?
In March, the sea averages 11°C in Thessaloniki: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Thessaloniki in March?
The average UV index reaches 5 in March in Thessaloniki (moderate), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.