March weather forecast
Protaras, Cyprus

March

Weather in March

The weather in March brings the first blush of spring to Protaras, as temperatures start to rise and there's more daylight. A notable fact about March is that it sees a decrease in rainfall from 25mm (0.98") to 16mm (0.63"), marking the last rainfall month until November. The sea is still relatively frigid at this time, making it less ideal for water activities. As March winds up and heads into April, anticipate an upswing in temperature and sunshine.

Temperature

In the transition from February to March, Protaras reports an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 17.9°C (64.2°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Protaras logs an average low-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F) during the nights of March, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Protaras are February through April, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In Protaras, Cyprus, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Protaras, during the entire year, the rain falls for 62.2 days and collects up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Protaras, the average seawater temperature in March is 17.3°C (63.1°F).
Note: Most individuals do not find swimming at 17.3°C (63.1°F) to be enjoyable. As the water temperature declines below 21°C (69.8°F), maintaining control over one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Protaras is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of March, in Protaras, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:04 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March in Protaras is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Protaras is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in March transforms into this advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

What are March temperatures in Protaras?
The average high-temperature, in March, in Protaras, is 17.9°C (64.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 14°C (57.2°F).
What are the most humid months in Protaras?
February through April, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in March in Protaras?
In March, the average relative humidity is 67%.
How many days does it rain in March in Protaras?
In Protaras, in March, during 7.2 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in March in Protaras?
In March, the average sea temperature in Protaras is 17.3°C (63.1°F). Swimming in 17.3°C (63.1°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
What is the average length of the day in March in Protaras?
The average day length in March is 11h and 59min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Protaras?
In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:04 EET.
How long on average sun shines in March in Protaras?
In Protaras, Cyprus, the average sunshine duration in March is 8.7h.
What is the UV index reading in March in Protaras?
The average daily maximum UV index in March in Protaras is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average temperature in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average high temperature in March: 17.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 14°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.2°C).

Average pressure in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average pressure in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006mbar).

Average wind speed in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average wind speed in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average wind speed in March: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average humidity in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average humidity in March: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).

Average rainfall in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average rainfall in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average rainfall in March: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average rainfall days in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

Average sea temperature in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average sea temperature in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average sea temperature in March: 17.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (17°C).

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average sunshine days in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average sunshine days in March: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (18.8 days).

Average UV index in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average UV index in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average UV index in March: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average cloud cover in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average cloud cover in March: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in March - Protaras, Cyprus
Average visibility in March
Protaras, Cyprus
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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