Weather in Gibraltar in March

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March is a slightly cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Gibraltar. March is too cold for swimming in Gibraltar for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Gibraltar in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather.

Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Temperature in Gibraltar in March

The average maximum temperature in Gibraltar in March is 18°. The average maximum temperature is 16° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.

The average temperature in Gibraltar in March is 15°. The average temperature ranges is 14° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Gibraltar in March is 13°. The minimum temperature is 11° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.

Sunshine in Gibraltar in March

The average day light hours per day in Gibraltar in March are 11.9 and there are 6.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.

The ultraviolet index in Gibraltar in March is typically 6.1 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 6 to 7 indicates a high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 20 minutes. Protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and 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. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Gibraltar in March

The average sea water temperature in Gibraltar in March is 16.1° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Rainfall in Gibraltar in March

The average total rainfall in Gibraltar in March is 11cm and on average there are 10.4 rainy days in March making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Gibraltar in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Gibraltar in March is 12° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 11° in the previous month and 14° in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Gibraltar in March is typically 87.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.3% in the previous month and 88.2% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Gibraltar in March is typically 72.5%. The average relative humidity is 72.4% in the previous month and 72.5% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Gibraltar in March

The average maximum wind speed in Gibraltar in March is typically 34kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 34kmh in the previous month and 31kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in Gibraltar in March is typically 21kmh. The average wind speed is 21kmh in the previous month and 19kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in Gibraltar in March is from the South-Southwest.

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