El Hierro weather in March

El Hierro in March: expect average daytime highs of 21.4°C, nights around 16.7°C, a sea temperature of 19.6°C and about 2.8 rainy days. That comes with around 192 hours of sunshine, making it one of Europe's sunniest winter escapes.

El Hierro climate averages in March

Monthly climate normals, Aeroportul El Hierro (AEMET, 1981-2010). Sea temperature from multi-year averages.
Average high21.4 °C
Average low16.7 °C
Sea temperature19.6 °C
Rainy days2.8
Sunshine hours192

El Hierro weather month by month

Frequently asked questions

Is El Hierro warm in March?

Yes. El Hierro in March has average daytime highs of 21.4°C and mild nights around 16.7°C, typical of the islands' subtropical climate.

Can you swim in the sea on El Hierro in March?

The sea around El Hierro averages 19.6°C in March — cool, but still swimmable for many, especially with a short wetsuit.

Does it rain much on El Hierro in March?

Not much. El Hierro sees about 2.8 rainy days on average in March, so most days stay dry and sunny.

What should I pack for El Hierro in March?

Light summer clothing for the daytime, a light layer for the evenings, plus sun cream and sunglasses — the UV stays high even in winter.

Data source: AEMET © Agencia Estatal de Meteorología