Larnaca weather in March begins to look much better and nicer as we ahead to the summer. The tourist flights to Larnaca airport start to arrive much frequent as we enter into the tourist season. 

Larnaca weather in March

March at Larnaca is nice with daytime temperature  above 20°C and quite warm sea, the warmest in Cyprus for this time of the year.

1. Average weather in March

  • Generally: Both sunny and cloudy/rainy days. 70/30
  • Day temperature: 15-28 °C
  • Night temperature: 5-15 °C
  • Sun: 20-23 sunny days. 
  • Rain: 2-5 rainy days. Rains for a few hours.
  • Clouds: 4-6 cloudy days.
  • Swimming: Water temperature 19-21 °C
  • Sunset: The sun sets at 18:30

2. Larnaca temperature in March

During the day the temperature is 15-28 °C. The mild temperatures of daytime should not trick you, though, since nights are cold and the temperature drops to 5-15 °C.  Due to these delightful weather conditions during March many festivals and outdoor activities are always around to corner for the most demanding of visitors. In March you would expect the sun to be shining for more than an average of 10 hours a day.

Larnaca weather in March
Larnaca weather in March

3. What to wear in March

It is not a bad idea for visitors to pack relatively warm but light clothing if visiting Cyprus during March. The average daily relative humidity for March is around 66% which helps a lot with outdoor activities. Due to these delightful weather conditions during March many festivals and outdoor activities are always around to corner for the most demanding of visitors. In March you would expect the sun to be shining for more than an average of 10 hours a day.

Foggy weather at Larnaca Bay on March 2016
Foggy weather at Larnaca Bay on March 2016

You will mostly use light winter clothes. It is also recommended to bring jeans, pullovers, and a warm jacket for the night time. No need to bring your heavy coat. Also, a couple of T-shirts and short for the sunny days. It does not rain too much in December however you will need an umbrella for those few rainy days. The rain does not last for long so your would probably wont stay at your hotel the whole day. Sunglasses are always handy. Below are a few photos I have taken during December so that you can get a better idea of the weather and what most people wear

4. Going to the beach

Larnaca has the sallowest and warmest sea in Cyprus. On a warm day you can sunbath and most probably the water will be warm enough so you can swim for a while. 

Larnaca weather in March at Larnaca Bay
Larnaca Bay. Dusty day and weather in March

5. Things to do in Larnaca on March

Salt lake, beach walk, villages of Skarinou Lefkara, Choirokitia

The Mediterranean climate of Cyprus ensures a pleasant and warm March with the coming spring bringing the best out of everyone, people and nature itself. Although this part of spring does not last long enough to enjoy and hot and humid summers are just around the corner, you may find trips to the mountains as well as strolling across the local beaches to be an exhilarating experience for both body and mind as the weather in Cyprus during this part of the year is still relatively fresh. Beaches are relatively uncrowned and visiting them for a peaceful swim usually is a must for visitors especially from northernx