March · Libya
Best time to visit Benghazi in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Benghazi in March
Average temperature 16°C, 12 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 60% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.9/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 16°C
- Rainfall
- 12 mm
- Humidity
- 60%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Benghazi scores 9.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 16°C, 12 mm of rain, and roughly 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Benghazi is Libya's eastern Mediterranean port city, with a historic center, broad waterfront, markets, and a cultural life shaped by Cyrenaica.
March ranks 2nd of 12 for Benghazi — one of the best windows
March averages 16°C (61°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rain is a non-issue at 12 mm for the month, with about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Benghazi (2nd of 12); only April scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Plan for peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Benghazi in March?
- In March, Benghazi averages 16°C, 12 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Benghazi?
- March earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Benghazi in March?
- Expect about 12 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 60% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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