Things to Do in Syria in March
March weather, activities, events & insider tips
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March Weather in Syria
Long-run averages for March in Damascus
68°F (20°C)
High Temp
40°F (4°C)
Low Temp
0.5 inches (13 mm)
Rainfall
48%
Humidity
6
Sunny-Day UV
⚠ Khamaseen storms strike hard. These desert dust events blow into Damascus and the interior from the southeast during March, cutting visibility to under 1 km (0.6 miles). Fine particulate dust fills the air. It aggravates respiratory conditions fast. Expect 24 to 48 hours of grit and haze. Pack a dust mask. Carry your medication. Asthma sufferers, take note. This is not optional gear.
⚠ Damascus nights bite. Temperatures drop to 4°C (40°F), and higher elevations around Maaloula, Zabadani, and the Qalamoun range fall below freezing. The swing hits 16°C (29°F) between afternoon warmth and pre-dawn cold. Travelers get caught out. Heated rooms are not guaranteed outside better-equipped capital hotels. Pack layers. Expect the cold. Sleep warm or shiver.
⚠ Flash floods kill. Rare heavy March rainfall, though averaging just 13 mm (0.5 inches), arrives in concentrated bursts. Wadis and low-lying desert areas transform without warning. Dry riverbeds become death traps. Avoid camping there. Do not park in them. The Palmyra region and eastern desert pose particular risk. Watch the sky. Move to higher ground. Stay alive.
What's On in Syria in March
March offers several public holidays for visitors to note. عيد الثورة السورية takes place on Thursday 18 March 2027. Later in the month, both عيد النوروز and عيد الأم fall on Sunday 21 March. عيد الفصح غريغوري occurs on Sunday 28 March 2027.
March Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| February | 15°C | 2°C | 23 mm |
| March | 20°C | 4°C | 13 mm |
| April | 25°C | 8°C | 5 mm |
March is 5°C warmer than February; drier than February (13 mm vs 23 mm); 5°C cooler than April.
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Wikipedia.
Daylight in March
Day length: 11 h 22 min on 1 March, 11 h 52 min on 15 March (+60 min compared with mid-February).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Public Holidays and Long Weekends
- عيد الثورة السورية: Thursday 18 March 2027 (possible 4-day weekend if Friday is taken off)
- عيد النوروز: Sunday 21 March 2027
- عيد الأم: Sunday 21 March 2027
- عيد الفصح غريغوري: Sunday 28 March 2027
Holiday dates: Nager.Date. Long-weekend notes are computed from the weekday.
Quick Answers
How much rain does Syria get in March?
On average 13 mm in March.
How warm is Syria in March?
Average highs are 20°C and average lows 4°C.
How long are the days in Syria in March?
About 11 h 52 min of daylight on 15 March.
Are there public holidays in Syria in March?
Yes: عيد الثورة السورية on Thursday 18 March 2027; عيد النوروز on Sunday 21 March 2027; عيد الأم on Sunday 21 March 2027; عيد الفصح غريغوري on Sunday 28 March 2027. 1 of them create a long weekend.
Where to Stay in Syria in March
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for March travellers.
Public Holidays in March
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
عيد الثورة السورية
Known in English as Syrian Revolution Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
عيد الأم
Known in English as Mother's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
عيد النوروز
Known in English as Newroz. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
عيد الفصح غريغوري
Known in English as Easter Sunday. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
عيد الثورة السورية
Known in English as Syrian Revolution Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
عيد الأم
Known in English as Mother's Day. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
عيد النوروز
Known in English as Newroz. Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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