Weather in Balos Lagoon, Crete, Greece in March

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

March sees a slight improvement in the weather, with more sunny days and less rain compared to the previous months. However, the sea is still quite cold, and the air can be chilly, making swimming and sunbathing less enjoyable. Water sports like snorkeling, diving, surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are still not ideal during this month, as the sea conditions are not optimal. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Crowds in Balos Lagoon in March

As the weather starts to improve in March, there might be a slight increase in the number of visitors to Balos Lagoon. However, it is still considered off-season, and the beach is not crowded. There are no significant public holidays or events in March.

Temperature in Balos Lagoon in March

The average maximum temperature in Balos Lagoon in March is 17°. The average maximum temperature is 15° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.

The average temperature in Balos Lagoon in March is 13°. The average temperature ranges is 11° in the previous month and 16° in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Balos Lagoon in March is 10°. The minimum temperature is in the previous month and 12° in the next month.

Sunshine in Balos Lagoon in March

The average day light hours per day in Balos Lagoon in March are 11.9 and there are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.

The ultraviolet index in Balos Lagoon in March is typically 6 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 Balos Lagoon in March

The average sea water temperature in Balos Lagoon in March is 15.8° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Rainfall in Balos Lagoon in March

The average total rainfall in Balos Lagoon in March is 7.3cm and on average there are 8.1 rainy days in March making it a dry time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Balos Lagoon in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Balos Lagoon in March is 10° which is very comfortable. The dew point is in the previous month and 12° in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Balos Lagoon in March is typically 89%. The maximum relative humidity is 90.6% in the previous month and 86.3% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Balos Lagoon in March is typically 69.3%. The average relative humidity is 73.5% in the previous month and 64.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Balos Lagoon in March

The average maximum wind speed in Balos Lagoon in March is typically 31kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 31kmh in the previous month and 29kmh in the next month.

The average wind speed in Balos Lagoon in March is typically 13kmh. The average wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 13kmh in the next month.

The average wind direction in Balos Lagoon in March is from the North-Northwest.

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