Antalya Weather in March (2027): Spring Sun, Blossom & Tips

Antalya weather in March is the start of spring: longer sunny spells, green countryside and orange blossom in the air, with the last of the winter rain.

Quick answer: Antalya in March has daytime highs around 18°C, nights around 8°C and a sea of about 17°C. Expect roughly 95 mm of rain over about 10 days, less as the month goes on. It is lovely for sightseeing and walking, but still too cool for most people to swim in the sea.

Antalya weather in March: quick facts

What the weather is like in March

• Early March can still be wintery, with cool, rainy spells.
• Late March often brings warm, sunny days in the low 20s.
• Evenings are cool, so bring a jacket.

Is March a good time to visit Antalya?

Yes, for sightseeing, walking and a spring break before the crowds. It is not yet beach weather. Many seasonal hotels reopen from April, so check what is open if you are staying in a smaller resort.

Best things to do in Antalya in March

These well-reviewed trips work especially well in March:

• Perge, Aspendos and Side tour: spring flowers around the ruins. See our Aspendos tour guide.
• Pamukkale day trip: comfortable temperatures for the long day. See our Pamukkale guide.
• Antalya old town and Duden Waterfalls tour. See our Duden Waterfalls guide.
• Turkish bath. See our Turkish bath guide.

What to pack for Antalya in March

• Layers: T-shirts plus a warm jumper.
• A light waterproof jacket.
• Sunglasses and sun cream for the sunny days.

Tips for Antalya in March

• Watch the clock change. When the UK clocks go forward on 28 March 2027, the time difference drops to 2 hours.
• Ramadan Feast. The Ramadan holiday (Ramazan Bayramı) is expected around 9–11 March 2027; many Turks travel, so some hotels and transfers are busier.
• Pre-book your transfer. See our Antalya Airport transfer guide.

Should you visit Antalya in March?

Antalya weather in March is fresh, green and increasingly sunny: a great time for sightseeing before the season starts. Check the forecast before you fly, pack for the season, and get mobile data sorted so you can check maps, prices and the weather from the moment you land. For the whole season, including what is open and Christmas, see our guide to Antalya in winter.

Antalya weather by month

Planning a different month? Compare the weather month by month:

• Antalya weather in January
• Antalya weather in February
• Antalya weather in April
• Antalya weather in May
• Antalya weather in June
• Antalya weather in July
• Antalya weather in August
• Antalya weather in September
• Antalya weather in October
• Antalya weather in November
• Antalya weather in December

FAQ: Antalya weather in March

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Sources: 1991–2020 climate averages for Antalya as published by the Turkish State Meteorological Service and summarised by Climates to Travel; sea temperatures from recent ten-year averages. Weather varies from year to year, so check the forecast before you travel. Checked on 10 October 2026.

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