Greece in March 2025: A Crowd-Free Spring Break

Traveling to Greece in March is an ideal time to capture the warm breeze of spring, with the first bloom of the blossoms, clear skies for lazy sunbathing, and crowd-free exploration of top places, worth a Greece vacation to enjoy your spring break. To perfect your spring holiday in March, read on for more details about the weather, top places to visit, the best things to do, and more.

Greece Weather in March

Map of Greece Weather in March

Greek weather in March is variable. It is a mix of gray days, mild and longer sunshine, and rising temperatures of about 16℃, with evenings still a bit chilly. Colorful blossoms bloom from the valley's melting snow, marking the beginning of spring. Rainfall decreases in the second half of March, signaling the end of the rainy season.

Northern Greece

Influenced by continental air masses, the weather in northern Greece is cooler and there is plenty of rainfall during your trip to northern Greece in March. You can capture the misty mountains of Pindus and Olympus with their vibrant spring flowers. However, don't forget to bring an umbrella in case of a sudden shower.

Central Greece

The milder weather of March in central Greece is ideal for outdoor activities, with more sunny days and pleasant temperatures between 10 and 16℃. From visiting the holy monastery of Meteora to exploring the ancient sites and museums of Athens, take advantage of the great weather for sightseeing.

Southern Greece

Although the sea is still a little chilly for swimming, the warmer temperatures make the southern islands ideal for lazy sunbathing, especially Crete and Rhodes, where you can even try island hopping. Be sure to bring a coat, however, as temperatures can still drop significantly at night.

Best Places to Travel in March

Athens

Athens is home to the Acropolis of Athens, an open-air museum that offers a glimpse of ancient glory. It is a good idea to go on an immersive cultural and historical exploration in March, when you can take advantage of the relatively empty sites and museums, listen to their long stories without interruption, and walk into antiquity free from the heat and scorching sun. If you prefer, you can also use Athens as a gateway to start your spring island hopping in Aegina, Poros, and Hydra.

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Crete

For an ideal March sunny retreat destination with sandy beaches, vibrant valleys, tranquil villages, and ancient sites, head to the southern island of Crete for a unique springtime escape. One of the best places to visit in Greece, this vast island, with warmer and milder temperatures in March, can meet all kinds of desires. From a lazy sunbathing beneath the waving palm trees to a nature hike through the flowery valley at your leisure, this is an island worth a longer linger.

Rhodes

Another island destination for your March vacation to Greece, which combines the natural beauty as well as the splendid historical sites, Rhodes is an ideal destination for history and culture lovers to begin an exciting outdoor adventure with the pleasantly warm weather and plenty of sunshine. Wander through the medieval streets of Rhodes with the humid spring breeze, and encounter cultural treasures from museum exhibitions to ancient castles for a deeper contact with their ancient glory.

Thessaloniki

To capture another side of Greece with Byzantine art, the waterfront Thessaloniki offers a cozy gateway for your northern Greek vacation in March. It is a relaxed hub for slowing down. Up to the Ano Poli to capture the whole city on a sunny day, or stroll along the tranquil beach promenade with the seaside café. Don't be frustrated by the rapid downpour, since there is never a shortage of crossroads restaurants, markets, as well as family-run wineries to fill your itinerary with delicacies and wine.

The Acropolis of Athens

What to See & Do in March

Island Hopping Around Athens

Although the sea temperature in March is too early for swimming, it is pleasant enough for a cozy island-hopping adventure around Athens, accompanied by a gentle breeze and sparkling sea. Grab your sunglasses and start exploring the endless islands of Greece.

You can take a day-long cruise around the Saronic Gulf, relax on the sandy beach of Aegina, climb the clock tower of Poros for a breathtaking sunset, and stroll through the picturesque village of Hydra on a donkey or horseback. For some other destinations, the party island of Mykonos is a good choice for nightlife, or hop to the nearby Delos, a treasure island well worth a day's discovery.

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Join the Spring Marathon

March in Greece is a period bustling with sports. It seems that the local Greeks are used to running marathon games to welcome the coming of spring, always ready to provide a memorable experience for your March vacation in Greece.

Run in the Nafplio Marathon along the winding coastal line and finish the flat course with breathtaking privileged beauty. Or participate in the lively AthHalf Half Marathon to journey through Athens's historic downtown, which is also lined with plenty of cultural and artistic events for runners and visitors alike. Evoke your body and soul with a spring day marathon in Greece.

Enjoy A Leisurely Hike

For an immersive nature experience in the warmth of spring, why not take a leisurely hike through a valley or island when you travel to Greece in March? Cross the Vikos Gorge for some wild beauty, hike with the melody of the winding river echoing in the valley, and capture the melting snow that becomes a surprisingly hidden waterfall. Catch the unique backdrop when crossing the Peloponnese mountains with lush forests and ancient ruins. Or settle in Santorini for some tranquil scenery, follow the cliffside paths through the village from Fira to Oia along with the orange sunset, mirror-like caldera as well as the shadow of the sky.

Santorini

Events & Festivals

Greek Independence Day

The grand celebrations of the Greek Revolution are well worth a visit. If you are traveling to Greece in March, don't miss Independence Day in the second half. Falling on the 25th, it is a public holiday with parades throughout the country, where you can see the special 90-minute military parade in Athens, starting from Syntagma Square. For a more local experience, you can also order the traditional meal on this day - bakaliaros skordalia, made from fried salted cod in garlic sauce and olive oil.

Greek Carnival - Apokries

As one of the top festivals in Greece, the Greek Carnival, also known as Apokries, is a celebration of wine and uninhibited revelry, as well as an opportunity to discover a special side of Greece not known to casual visitors. There are many venues for this exhilarating celebration. For the best atmosphere, head to Patra in the northern Peloponnese, where floats, masquerades, dancing and parties are held day and night - just put on your mask and jump into a world of mystery and magic.

Crowds & Costs

March is the shoulder season for your Greek vacation, which means comfortable prices for planes and rooms, and crowd-free exploration of top sites. It is an ideal time for your leisurely spring break with a pleasant and tranquil environment, no matter a stroll through the streets or capture some memory photos with a perfect angle. However, don't forget to book your Greece tour early, since the number of visitors will increase compared to February, and not all accommodation options will open.

Greek Travel Tips in March

Pack Your Umbrella & Raincoat

Though March in Greece marks the end of the rainy season, it is always wise to bring your rain gear to prevent the occasional showers of this transition month, whether an umbrella for your city sightseeing or a raincoat during your spring hike in the valley and hill.

Dress Layer

The milder weather of March brings fairly warm daytime temperatures, pleasant enough for sunbathing on the sandy beach. After the sun goes down, however, the temperature drops to 5℃, so a coat is best for your nighttime visit. If you are traveling to Greece in March, a layered dress with a T-shirt and coat would be a good combination.

Book in Advance

When traveling to Greece in March, it should be noted that not all hotels or resorts will open, and some attractions, ferry operators, and airlines will shut down their opening hours, making your early booking and itinerary planning quite necessary. Or just contact Odynovo to have a carefree journey in Greece.

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