March 16 is generally a great time to visit Malaga. While there is a slight chance of rain (20%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Malaga—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Malaga
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Spanish
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.603
Malaga Weather Forecast for March 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.9°C. 20% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Malaga in March
Based on historical data for March 16, Malaga typically experiences temperatures between 11.1°C and 17.9°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (20% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Malaga
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
11.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.9°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
20%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
49%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.1 hPa
Medium volatility
Malaga Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
07:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 25 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 38 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 63 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.8°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Spain
Flight Traffic
Moderate
51/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~213
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Malaga
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:28
☀️ Noon
13:27
🌇 Sunset
19:26
⏱️ Daylight
11h 57m
Wind Speed
13 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Malaga
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Malaga on March 16 averages 17.9°C with a 20% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 94/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Malaga Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 11
18.2°C • 18% rain
Score
96
March 14
18°C • 16% rain
Score
96
March 17
18.1°C • 16% rain
Score
96
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Malaga Worth Visiting on March 16?
Planning a trip to Malaga on March 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.9°C with a 20% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 213 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Spain, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 15.4°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.6m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.7°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 8.6°C in 2025.