March · Greece
Best time to visit Heraklion in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Heraklion in March
Average temperature 14°C, 56 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.4/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 56 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Heraklion scores 8.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 14°C, 56 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Heraklion pairs the Minoan palace of Knossos with a Venetian harbour and Crete's best museum.
March in Heraklion: strong conditions, 6th of 12
Temperatures hover around 14°C (57°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
Budget for roughly 56 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 8.4/10 on the same scale — 6th of 12 months, versus 9.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Heraklion in March?
- In March, Heraklion averages 14°C, 56 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Heraklion?
- March earns a 8.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Heraklion in March?
- Expect about 56 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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