Weather in Benalmadena in March

How March compares

March is the 9th warmest month of the year in Benalmadena. Within Spain it is 69th of 87 (Spain in March). Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Benalmadena is 5.4°C warmer by day and 5.7°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Benalmadena peaks at 15.9°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.1°C or more. Roughly 1 in 1000 days top 25°C. Nights average 9.0°C; one night in ten drops to 6.4°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 26.5°C (2017-03-11) and the coldest night 1.9°C (1993-03-01).

Rain in March

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 7 days with 1 mm or more, 52 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 2018 with 138 mm, the driest 1997 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 73%.

Sea temperature in March

The sea averages 15.1°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.5°C to 15.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (23.1°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 07:29 and sets about 19:25 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 48%.

Is March a good time to visit Benalmadena?

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

Mild afternoons, but keep a jacket handy

March is comfortable for being active outdoors, but it is not a month to pack only summer clothes. The warmer days reach around 19°C or more, making a sheltered spot in the sunshine appealing. That warmth is not the everyday baseline, though, and the colder nights can fall to around 6°C or below. A light jacket, jumper and long trousers give you more flexibility than shorts alone. Plan relaxed outdoor time for the warmer part of the day and keep an extra layer with you if you will be out into the evening. Midday heat is unlikely to dictate your plans.

Useful sunshine, with rain to plan around

There are about 6.1 hours of sunshine within 11.7 hours of daylight, so March offers scope for outdoor plans without promising clear skies throughout the day. Rain falls on about 7 days during the month, enough to make a waterproof jacket a sensible part of your luggage. Keep your schedule flexible rather than tying every day to sitting outside. The catch is variability: a sunny afternoon can feel inviting, while a wet spell makes the same mild temperatures less appealing. This month suits travellers who are happy to adjust plans, rather than those whose holiday depends on uninterrupted sunshine.

Better beside the sea than in it

At around 15°C, the sea is firmly cold rather than merely bracing. Its March range of 14°C to 16°C does not change that judgement, so do not choose this month expecting comfortable swimming. Sitting by the water may appeal when the sun is out, but keep a layer handy rather than treating it as guaranteed beach weather. If sea swimming is central to your holiday, March is a poor fit. If you mainly want to walk along the coast and spend some time outdoors, the mild air is more useful than the water temperature.