Weather in Menorca in March

How March compares

March is the 10th warmest month of the year in Menorca and ranks 105th of 134 destinations we compare for March - see where else is hot in March. Within Spain it is 86th of 87 (Spain in March). Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Menorca is 3.9°C warmer by day and 8.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Menorca peaks at 14.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 16.3°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 11.5°C; one night in ten drops to 9.3°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 20.1°C (2016-03-31) and the coldest night 3.6°C (2018-03-20).

Rain in March

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 5 days with 1 mm or more, 35 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 2007 with 97 mm, the driest 1997 with 1 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sea temperature in March

The sea averages 14.0°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 13.4°C to 14.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (26.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:54 and sets about 18:49 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 43%.

Is March a good time to visit Menorca?

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

Comfortable for walking, cool for sitting outside

March temperatures favour being on the move rather than spending long stretches sitting outside in light clothing. Even the warmer days generally offer mildness rather than heat: the warmest 10% reach 16.3°C or more. There is no need to plan your day around avoiding strong midday heat, but equally, do not expect lunchtime to feel like summer. Pack tops you can layer, a jumper and a jacket that works into the evening. The coldest 10% of nights fall to 9.3°C or below, so warmer clothing earns its place if you plan to stay out after dark.

Useful daylight, but keep plans flexible

There is enough daylight to make outdoor plans worthwhile, with about 6.7 hours of sunshine within 11.7 hours of daylight. That is a useful amount of sun, but it does not promise clear skies throughout each day. Rain falls on about 5 days during the month, so a waterproof layer is sensible without treating wet weather as the whole story. Keep your plans flexible enough to use the brighter spells for longer walks and take a break when showers arrive. March suits travellers who can accept changes in the weather more than those counting on uninterrupted days outside.

The sea is the main compromise

If swimming is central to your holiday, March is a poor fit. The sea averages 14°C, with a year-to-year range of 13°C to 15°C, so even the warmer end remains cold rather than merely bracing. Sunshine on land should not be mistaken for comfortable conditions in the water. Plan your time by the sea around walking or sitting out when the weather feels pleasant, rather than assuming you will want a swim. July, August and September are the stronger overall choices for Menorca; March makes more sense if you are happy to trade warmth for a cool-weather break.