Average weather for Italy in March
It's cool to moderate in March in Italy with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 9°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Italy with cool temps, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights around 7°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 8°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Italy is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In March, there is an average of 51 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Italy in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
16°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
14°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
51 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
7 days | 10 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,1 cm | 7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 4 days | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is March a good time to visit Italy?
Looking for sun and warm weather? March isn’t a good month to be in Italy. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 24°C in 2016, Italy reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Check out the climate of Italy for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Italy is based on weather data from Rome. Other places, like Tuscany, Sicily or Lake Garda, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Italy to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in March in Italy
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Italy, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Italy
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Italy, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 7 days of precipitation in Italy.
Daily Snowfall in March in Italy
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Italy, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV index in March in Italy
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Italy, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Italy over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Italy, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in Italy over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Italy, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Italy per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Italy, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in March for Italy
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Italy. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Italy by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Italy. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
