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Visiting Basque Country, Spain in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 42.8% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Basque Country.

March has total rainfall of 4.8cm (1.9inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (56°F). March is too cold for swimming in Basque Country for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

Consider visiting Basque Country in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Can you sunbathe in Basque Country in March?

No, March is not a good time for sunbathing in Basque Country.

March has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 42.8% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 4.8cm (1.9inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Basque Country in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Basque Country for any length of time, with the sea water at 13°C (56°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Basque Country?

Probably not, March is not a good time for a holiday in Basque Country.

March has average maximum temperatures of 16°C (60°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 42.8% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 4.8cm (1.9inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 13.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Basque Country. Sea temperatures are a cold 13°C (56°F). March is too cold for swimming in Basque Country for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Basque Country warm in March?

No, Basque Country is a little too chilly for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in Basque Country in March is 16°C (60°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (55°) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Basque Country in March is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 13°C (56°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Basque Country in March?

The average day light hours per day in Basque Country in March are 11.9. The sunshine percentage is 42.8% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day.

More about March sunshine.

Temperature in Basque Country in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise slightly into April. The average maximum temperature in Basque Country in March is 16°C (60°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (55°F) in the previous month and 17°C (63°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Basque Country in March is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 13°C (56°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Basque Country in March is 7°C (45°F). The minimum temperature is 5°C (41°F) in the previous month and 9°C (49°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Basque Country in March

The days in March are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into April. March has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into April. During March the average day light hours are 11.9 per day in Basque Country. The sunshine percentage is 42.8% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 5.1 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Basque Country in March is typically 4.3 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive 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, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Basque Country in March

The average sea water temperature in Basque Country in March is 13.4°C (56.1°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Rainfall in Basque Country in March

March weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop into April. March has fewer days of rain than the previous month. The average total rainfall in Basque Country in March is 4.8cm (1.9inches) and on average there are 13.8 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Basque Country in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Basque Country in March is 8°C (46°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 6°C (43°F) in the previous month and 10°C (10°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Basque Country in March is typically 85.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 87.2% in the previous month and 88.6% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Basque Country in March is typically 67.5%. The average relative humidity is 70.2% in the previous month and 71.4% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Basque Country in March

The average maximum wind speed in Basque Country in March is typically 24KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 23KM/H (14MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (13MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Basque Country in March is typically 11KM/H (7MPH). The average wind speed is 10KM/H (6MPH) in the previous month and 9KM/H (6MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Basque Country in March is from the North West.

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