Are you planning to visit Spain in March? In this case, you should know what weather conditions await you. When planning a vacation in Spain in March, you should take into account the different climate of each region.
In the northern and northwestern regions, damp, cool weather remains. The average daytime air temperature is + 15C, night - + 7 … + 9C. Ski resorts located in the Iberian, Central and Cantabrian mountain systems continue the skiing season. It is important to note that the thermometer at the foot gradually creeps up to the positive marks, so the snow cover can only be preserved thanks to special guns.
Warm weather sets in in the central regions of Spain. In Madrid, the temperature ranges from + 4 … + 16C. In the capital of Spain, you will also need an umbrella, because the total number of rainy days is about a third of the month.
On the Costa Blanca, the temperature ranges from + 8 to + 19C. In the southern regions, there may be as few as four rainy days in March. Speaking of mainland Spain, it should be noted that the warmest weather is on the Costa del Sol. The temperature per day ranges from + 10 … + 20C. It rains about six to seven days a month.
Ski season in Spain in March
March is the last month of the season in most ski resorts in Spain, so there has been a significant decline in tour prices.
At the beginning of March, you can visit Baqueira Beret. This resort is notable for the fact that it is surrounded by the highest mountains in the Pyrenees. Baqueira-Beret presents tourists with ideal conditions for ski holidays, half-pipe, dog sledding. The infrastructure is represented by 18 bars, 7 restaurants, 4 nightclubs, 3 children's parks and massage parlors.
In March, you can spend a wonderful time in the Sierra Nevada, located in Andalusia. The International Ski School operates in Pradollano, the heart of the Sierra Nevada.
Holidays and festivals in Spain in March
You can enjoy a rich cultural experience in Spain. What events deserve attention?
- The most significant event is the Las Fallas Spring Festival. The festival takes place in Valencia every year from 15 to 20 March. The program includes pyrotechnic shows, flower processions.
- The La Crema Fire Festival also attracts many tourists as it includes the burning of papier-mâché dolls in its program. Dolls represent evil and various human vices.
- In some years, Easter falls in March. Holy Week, preceding Easter, is a unique time of preparation for the Easter celebrations, full of various processions, held according to ancient traditions, which is especially interesting for curious tourists.
- On March 19, everyone in Spain celebrates Saint Jose's Day or Father's Day.
- In the mountainous regions of Extremadura, the Cherry Festival is held, which involves tasting wines and national dishes.
Prices for tours to Spain in March
In March, there is an increase in prices for tours to Spain, but at the same time, their cost has not yet reached its peak.
Updated: 09.03.
