Weather in Zante in March

How March compares

March is the 9th warmest month of the year in Zante and ranks 97th of 134 destinations we compare for March - see where else is hot in March. Within Greece it is 23rd of 44 (Greece in March). Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Zante is 4.5°C warmer by day and 8.4°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Zante peaks at 15.0°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 17.4°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 11.7°C; one night in ten drops to 9.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day here reached 22.2°C (2017-03-24) and the coldest night 4.9°C (1993-03-08).

Rain in March

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 79 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 2014 with 185 mm, the driest 1994 with 14 mm. Humidity averages 74%.

Sea temperature in March

The sea averages 15.2°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.5°C to 15.8°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.2°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:47 and sets about 18:43 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 47%.

Is March a good time to visit Zante?

March is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Zante on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Milder than London, but not beach weather

Zante offers a modest lift in temperature rather than a dose of summer. Its average daytime high is 4.5°C above London's 10.5°C, which makes March a reasonable choice if you prefer being outdoors without strong heat. The warmest 10% of days reach 17.4°C or more, but that is still light-jacket territory rather than reliable sunbathing weather. Evenings need warmer layers, and the coldest 10% of nights fall to 9°C or below. The sea is the bigger drawback for a beach-focused trip: at an average of 15.2°C, swimming will feel cold. Choose March for mild daytime conditions, not for long, comfortable dips.

Keep your plans flexible and pack for rain

About 10 rainy days make waterproof clothing a sensible part of your luggage, not just a precaution you can ignore. That does not mean continuous grey skies: March averages about 6.3 hours of sunshine within 11.7 hours of daylight, leaving scope for pleasant spells outdoors. The catch is that those averages cannot promise dry weather for your particular stay. Keep outdoor plans movable, use brighter periods when they arrive, and bring shoes you are comfortable wearing in wet conditions. A waterproof jacket over removable layers is more useful than packing mainly for warmth. If dependable beach weather is your priority, March is a compromise.