Facts checked against live data · 12 Sept 2026

Less good

Spain in March: Weather, Crowds & What's On

What March is actually like in Spain — average highs and lows, how much rain to expect, public holidays that fill trains and hotels, and verified places to go.

Average high
17°C
Average low
7°C
Rainfall
57mm

Where this month sits in the year

The 8th warmest month of Spain's year. The 5th wettest month, at 10% of the year's rain.

Public holidays in March

Domestic travel peaks around these dates — book earlier and expect busier sights.

  • March 26 Viernes Santo · Good Friday

What's closed on your dates →

On in March

  • Las Fallas FestivalValencia
  • Semana Santa (Holy Week)Seville

Planning a trip this month?

Spain travel guides → All countries →

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Climate figures are 10-year averages for Barcelona, from NASA POWER; holidays from public calendars. Updated monthly.

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