Monthly climate guide
Thessaloniki weather in March
March in Thessaloniki is typically cool, with average daytime highs around 14°C (58°F) and night-time lows near 5°C (41°F). The month usually brings about 57 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than February and 4°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- Good walking weather for combining Aristotelous Square and White Tower in one day.
- Temperatures are climbing — April is around 4°C warmer.
- March brings early spring to Thessaloniki.
- Thessaloniki is usually about 2°C cooler than Kalamata in March.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
14°C
58°F
Avg low
5°C
41°F
Rainfall
57 mm
some rain
Humidity
77%
relative
Sky
64%
cloud · often cloudy
Thessaloniki weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 48°F | 1°C / 34°F | 43 mm | 82% | 67% |
| February | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 38°F | 43 mm | 81% | 69% |
| March | 14°C / 58°F | 5°C / 41°F | 57 mm | 77% | 64% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 9°C / 47°F | 37 mm | 71% | 58% |
| May | 24°C / 76°F | 14°C / 56°F | 47 mm | 65% | 60% |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 19°C / 65°F | 39 mm | 57% | 46% |
| July | 33°C / 92°F | 21°C / 71°F | 27 mm | 50% | 29% |
| August | 33°C / 92°F | 22°C / 71°F | 27 mm | 49% | 30% |
| September | 28°C / 83°F | 18°C / 64°F | 47 mm | 59% | 47% |
| October | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 39 mm | 71% | 55% |
| November | 16°C / 60°F | 8°C / 46°F | 46 mm | 79% | 66% |
| December | 11°C / 51°F | 3°C / 37°F | 55 mm | 81% | 62% |
What to pack for March
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March a good time to visit Thessaloniki?
Our Thessaloniki guide recommends: April to June or September to October for comfortable temperatures.
Thessaloniki is considered Greece's food capital by many Greeks themselves — its street food and tavernas are worth building time around.
Best time to visit Thessaloniki →Other Greece cities in March
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Thessaloniki in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Thessaloniki?
March is a reasonable time for Thessaloniki: highs around 14°C and about 57 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Thessaloniki in March?
Average highs are about 14°C (58°F) and average lows about 5°C (41°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Thessaloniki in March?
Thessaloniki typically gets around 57 mm of rain in March — some rain. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Thessaloniki?
April to June or September to October for comfortable temperatures.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Thessaloniki (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.