March is a cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Basque Country and not really recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Basque Country for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Basque Country in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.
Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Basque Country in March is 16°. The average maximum temperature is 13° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average temperature in Basque Country in March is 11°. The average temperature ranges is 9° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Basque Country in March is 7°. The minimum temperature is 5° in the previous month and 9° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Basque Country in March are 11.9 and there are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Basque Country in March is typically 4.3 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.
The average sea water temperature in Basque Country in March is 13.4° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in Basque Country in March is 4.8cm and on average there are 13.8 rainy days in March making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Basque Country in March is 8° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Basque Country in March is typically 85.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.2% in the previous month and 88.6% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Basque Country in March is typically 67.5%. The average relative humidity is 70.2% in the previous month and 71.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Basque Country in March is typically 24kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 23kmh in the previous month and 22kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Basque Country in March is typically 11kmh. The average wind speed is 10kmh in the previous month and 9kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Basque Country in March is from the North West.
