March weather forecast
Vatican City, Vatican City

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The famous artistic St. Peter's Square in the Vatican, with the rest of the Vatican City in Rome, Italy

Weather in March

In March, Vatican City undergoes a noticeable shift as the winter chill begins to recede, replaced by milder spring temperatures. Average temperature measurements situate between 7.9°C (46.2°F) and 15.3°C (59.5°F) throughout the day. Humidity decreases slightly from the previous month, settling at 72%, the city also receives a lesser amount of rain, with rainfall measuring at 46mm (1.81") over about 14 days. An increase in daylight hours to 12 per day signals the welcome arrival of longer days. March embodies this shift, making it an excellent time to enjoy exhibitions at the Vatican Museums and the famed Sistine Chapel.

Temperature

The introduction of March sees an average high-temperature of a mild 15.3°C (59.5°F), hardly deviating from February. March witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 7.9°C (46.2°F).

Humidity

In Vatican City, the average relative humidity in March is 72%.

Rainfall

In Vatican City, in March, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.8 rainfall days, and 561mm (22.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Vatican City, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

Daylight

In Vatican City, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:34 CET.

Sunshine

In Vatican City, the average sunshine in March is 8.5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in March translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average March temperature?

An average high-temperature, in March, in Vatican City, is 15.3°C (59.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 7.9°C (46.2°F).

What is the average humidity in March?

The average relative humidity in March is 72%.

How many days does it rain in March?

In Vatican City, in March, during 13.8 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

January, March through December are months without snowfall.

Does it snow in March?

In March, it doesn't snow. February is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Vatican City have in March?

The average day length in March in Vatican City is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:34 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March?

The average sunshine duration in March is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in March?

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average temperature in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average high temperature in March: 15.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 7.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.2°C).

Average pressure in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average pressure in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average pressure in March: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average wind speed in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average humidity in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average humidity in March: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and November (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average rainfall in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average rainfall in March: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average rainfall days in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average rainfall days in March: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average snowfall in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average snowfall in March: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average snowfall days in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average snowfall days in March: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 8h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average sunshine days in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

Average UV index in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average UV index in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average cloud cover in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average cloud cover in March: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in March
Vatican City, Vatican City

Average visibility in March - Vatican City, Vatican City
  • Average visibility in March: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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