March is a cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Galicia and not really recommended. March is too cold for swimming in Galicia for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Galicia in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Galicia in March is 15°. The average maximum temperature is 13° in the previous month and 17° in the next month.
The average temperature in Galicia in March is 11°. The average temperature ranges is 9° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Galicia in March is 7°. The minimum temperature is 5° in the previous month and 8° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Galicia in March are 11.9 and there are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Galicia in March is typically 4.7 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.
The average sea water temperature in Galicia in March is 15.4° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The average total rainfall in Galicia in March is 1.9cm and on average there are 14.1 rainy days in March making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Galicia in March is 9° which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 7° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Galicia in March is typically 90.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.5% in the previous month and 92.3% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Galicia in March is typically 73.8%. The average relative humidity is 77% in the previous month and 74.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Galicia in March is typically 24kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 24kmh in the previous month and 24kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Galicia in March is typically 11kmh. The average wind speed is 11kmh in the previous month and 11kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Galicia in March is from the West.