March 3 is generally a great time to visit Thessaloniki. While there is a slight chance of rain (21%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in Thessaloniki this month as tourism activity remains quite robust. Note: March 3 is Clean Monday in Thessaloniki, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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Essential Travel Info for Thessaloniki
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
Greek
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.838
Thessaloniki Weather Forecast for March 3
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 13.9°C. 21% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Thessaloniki in March
Based on historical data for March 3, Thessaloniki typically experiences temperatures between 4.9°C and 13.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (21% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Thessaloniki
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
13.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.9°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
21%
Avg 1mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~21% chance
Pressure
1016.3 hPa
Medium volatility
Thessaloniki Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 86% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 28 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 42 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 70 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
9.5°C
Dry air
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
Holiday
Clean Monday
Flight Traffic
Busy
74/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~74
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Thessaloniki
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:01
☀️ Noon
12:41
🌇 Sunset
18:22
⏱️ Daylight
11h 21m
Wind Speed
11.3 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
8.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Thessaloniki
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 acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Thessaloniki on March 3 averages 13.9°C with a 21% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 86/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Thessaloniki Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Thessaloniki Worth Visiting on March 3?
Planning a trip to Thessaloniki on March 3? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.9°C with a 21% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Clean Monday, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 74 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Greece, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 10.6°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.18m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 3 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 21.6°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 1.5°C in 2022.