What's the weather like in Fethiye in March
Like January and February, the beginning of March is pretty rainy with 9 days of rainfall on average. As the saying goes, though, March weather in Fethiye, Turkey, comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb with the rain and cold turning dry and comfortable as the month goes on.
Temperature
Not only the amount of sunshine increases; the temperatures do too. March has an average day temperature of 13°C, two degrees more than February. The average afternoon high temperature is now 16°C, while the nighttime low temperature averages 9°C. Both high and low temperatures increase in the course of the month, respectively with 3 and 2 degrees.
Precipitation
The average precipitation in March is 77mm, which is much less than earlier months. By the end of March, Fethiye is a fabulous place to visit. The probability of rainfall decreases slightly in the course of the month. March 1 is the wettest day with a 39% chance that it will rain; March 31 is the driest day with a chance of rainfall of 34%. As was the case during the previous winter months, there are three main types of precipitation. Thunderstorms are most common and occur on 49% of all rainy days. Light rain and moderate rain happen as well, respectively on 32% and 18% of the days with rainfall.
Day Length
The length of the days keeps on increasing in the course of March. The days lengthen from 11.24 daylight hours in the beginning of the month to 12.34 hours of daylight at the end. On top of the longer days, the skies tend to clear as March progresses, from 70% of cloud cover to 62% of cloud cover.
Sunshine Hours
These two factors influence the amount of sunshine that the resort receives. March again has 10 hours of sunshine per day on average, a number that was last recorded in October. It can therefore be concluded that most of the days in March are quite sunny.
Sea Temperature
The sea temperature, however, remains at its annual minimum of 16°C in March. It won't be suitable for swimming for a couple of months.
Due to this beautiful weather, especially at the end of the month, Fethiye is a common place for people to spend their holidays.
In fact, spring is one of the most common times for tourists to visit Fethiye due to the perfect temperatures which are far more bearable than the severe heat that can accompany the summer months and the severe cold that can accompany winter nights.
Fethiye Hotels for March
Alesta Yacht Hotel
The four-star Alesta Yacht Hotel is a nice and small complex that would be a good option if you're travelling with a family. The hotel is situated right next to the Marina, in an area that's home to plenty of shops, bars, restaurants and the like. The centre of Fethiye lies a 10-minute drive away and offers even more choices. The beach is only a short walk away. Amenities in this recommended hotel are plentiful and include a bar and restaurant; a spa with hot tubs, saunas, massage rooms and so on; a swimming pool and conference rooms. The bedrooms have all modern facilities, such as bathrooms, a mini-bar, a TV, air-conditioning and a terrace or balcony.
Letoonia Club & Hotel
Fancy staying on a private peninsula in the forest? Letoonia Club & Hotel is ideally located; surrounded by pine trees and magnificent panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. The hotel provides maximum relaxation and comfort for its welcomed guests. The luxurious facilities along with splendid location don't fail to satisfy anybody visiting. You will find a fishing port and village in the resort, in the lively centre you will find daily entertainment. Properly relax on the shingle beaches or sit back in bar close by. Families, friends, couples are groups are all welcome.
Ece Saray Marina & Resort Hotel
A colonial-style spa hotel situated in the Fethiye marina, the Ece Saray Marina & Resort Hotel offers comfortable rooms and plenty of facilities to make your stay as convenient as possible. Facilities include a children's pool, a swimming pool, a hot tub, a gym, a spa and beauty centre, a lounge bar and a restaurant that serves Mediterranean and international food. The 48 rooms include 14 luxury suites and are equipped with an en-suite bathroom, internet access, a mini-bar, air-conditioning and a king-size bed. The suites also have a whirlpool bath with hydro-massage.
Bars and Restaurants
Kebap Time
Whose mouth doesn't water when they think of Turkish kebabs? There's nothing quite like a mound of delicious, perfectly spiced meat after a long hours of sightseeing or beach-going. Kebap Time is the perfect place to satisfy your midday hunger or evening snack cravings. They're not afraid of getting things hot and spicy either, where chillis are plentiful in the kitchen. No matter how you like your kebab, Kebap Time is a noteworthy stop.
Things to do in Fethiye in March
Island Day Cruise
One exciting thing to do in the month of March is to go for an Island Day Cruise. These cruises typically leave around 10am and return around 6pm and are a great way to spend your day. Lunch is typically included and the trips are relatively inexpensive, ranging from $10 to $30. These fun day cruises visit local beaches, caves, islands and lagoons. One particularly famous boat trip is the so-called 12 Island Boat Trip.
Windward Islands
If you want to avoid those rather crowded and loud "party" boat trips, for a little more money, you can see the same sites in a yacht. You can also opt to put together your own itinerary, taking you to the quieter bays around Fethiye. One of the world's largest yacht charter companies, Windward Islands, is located in the area and offers many different boat and yacht trip, a great way to see the Aegean Sea. These boat and yacht rides are perfect to see many Fethiye landmarks and to get a real taste for this beautiful city.
