Weather in Zakynthos, Greece in March

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March is a cold and dry time for sunbathing in Zakynthos and not really recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Zakynthos for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Zakynthos in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.

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Temperature in Zakynthos in March

The average maximum temperature in Zakynthos in March is 17°. The average maximum temperature is 14° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.

The average temperature in Zakynthos in March is 13°. The average temperature ranges is 11° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Zakynthos in March is 10°. The minimum temperature is in the previous month and 12° in the next month.

Sunshine in Zakynthos in March

The average day light hours per day in Zakynthos in March are 11.9 and there are 8.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month with few clouds.

The ultraviolet index in Zakynthos in March is typically 5.6 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Zakynthos in March

The average sea water temperature in Zakynthos in March is 14.7° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Rainfall in Zakynthos in March

The average total rainfall in Zakynthos in March is 2.9cm and on average there are 7.2 rainy days in March making it a dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Zakynthos in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Zakynthos in March is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is in the previous month and 13° in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Zakynthos in March is typically 88.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.4% in the previous month and 87.8% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Zakynthos in March is typically 71.9%. The average relative humidity is 73.9% in the previous month and 70.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Zakynthos in March

The average maximum wind speed in Zakynthos in March is typically 20kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 22kmh in the previous month and 19kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in Zakynthos in March is typically 10kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 8kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in Zakynthos in March is from the East-Southeast.

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