2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Heraklion in March

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

March is a good time to visit Heraklion. Heraklion has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 17°C, lows of 10°C, and approximately 9 rainy days per month.

Avg High

17°C

Avg Low

10°C

Rainy days

9days

Daylight

11.9h

Is March a good time to visit Heraklion?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:32 AM

Sunset

6:27 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 14°C 9°C 13 Wet
February 16°C 9°C 11 Good
March 17°C 10°C 9 Good
April 19°C 11°C 9 Good
May 25°C 16°C 6 Excellent (best)
June 28°C 18°C 1 Excellent (best)
July 30°C 22°C 1 Good
August 31°C 23°C 0 Good
September 29°C 21°C 4 Excellent (best)
October 26°C 18°C 7 Excellent (best)
November 19°C 14°C 15 Wet
December 18°C 12°C 10 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for March

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is March a good time to visit Heraklion? +

March is typically Good for visiting Heraklion, with average highs of 17°C and around 9 rainy days.

What should I pack for Heraklion in March? +

With highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Heraklion in March? +

Heraklion typically sees around 9 rainy days in March.

How many hours of daylight are there in Heraklion in March? +

In March, Heraklion gets approximately 11.9 hours of daylight per day.

Is March peak season in Heraklion? +

No, March is not peak season in Heraklion. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Heraklion? +

The best months to visit Heraklion are May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Athens)

Last Updated: January 2026

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