March weather forecast
Italy

March in Italy is a transitional month where the last vestiges of winter give way to the early signs of spring. The climatic shifts are more evident now, moving towards warmer and sunnier days, but regional disparities in weather patterns continue to define the Italian experience.

In the northern Alpine region, snow continues to grace the higher terrains, but its intensity and frequency begin to diminish. While cold temperatures persist, especially in elevated areas, they are not as biting as those experienced in January or February. However, it's worth noting that temperatures in these regions can occasionally still hover around freezing, especially during the night.

The central regions of Italy, including the cultural hubs of Rome and Florence, exhibit a clear departure from the chill of winter. Daytime temperatures begin to rise noticeably. The fog in the Po Valley starts receding, making way for clearer skies and more prolonged sunshine durations. Yet, the region is not entirely free from rain, which can occasionally punctuate the otherwise serene days.

Southern Italy, along with its islands such as Sicily and Sardinia, heralds the onset of spring with more conviction. Temperatures here seldom drop to winter lows, and the Mediterranean climate ensures an increasing number of sunny and warm days. Rainfall become sporadic, and the overall ambiance exudes a freshness synonymous with spring.

When contrasted with February, March shows a clear progression towards milder and more predictable weather patterns. The promise of April, which follows March, teases the full bloom of spring with even warmer days and a further reduction in precipitation across most regions.

March, with its blend of the last cold days and the first warmth of the year, serves as a reminder of nature's cyclical beauty in Italy, preparing the land and its people for the vibrant months ahead.

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• Rome - March »
  In Rome during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. On the first day of March in Rome, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:00.
• Milan - March »
  In Milan, during March, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation. Milan's transition into March sees a rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a frosty 9°C (48.2°F) in February to a mild 14.3°C (57.7°F).
• Naples - March »
  In Naples in March, during 13.9 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Naples, Italy, snow does not fall in March through December.
• Turin - March »
  In Turin, Italy, during March, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 73mm (2.87") of precipitation. On the first day of March in Turin, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:16.
• Palermo - March »
  In Palermo during March, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. The onset of March in Palermo manifests an average high-temperature of a refreshing 14.8°C (58.6°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month.
• Genoa - March »
  In Genoa, Italy, in March, during 6.9 rainfall days, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Genoa, during March, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation.
• Bologna - March »
  In Bologna in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bologna, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Florence - March »
  With the onset of March, Florence experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F) in February to a mild 15.7°C (60.3°F). In Florence, in March, during 7.5 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Bari - March »
  March introduces a slight increase in temperature in Bari but also brings increased rainfall of 45mm (1.77"), shared over 14.4 days. In Bari in March, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation.
• Catania - March »
  On the first day of March in Catania sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:53. In Catania, during March, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
• Venice - March »
  In Venice during March, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. On the first day of March in Venice sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:57.
• Verona - March »
  In Verona in March, during 10.6 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. During 0.5 snowfall days, in March, Verona aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow.