Italy weather in March

In March, popular resorts in Italy (Palermo, Catania, Cagliari, Sorrento, Bari) average 15°C by day and 8°C at night, and the sea is about 14°C. On average 64 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 2°C warmer than in February, and in April days average 18°C.

It is cool, not a beach month. The sea is cold.

Warmest resorts in Italy in March

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Catania16°C6°C15°C51 mm
Palermo15°C9°C13°C74 mm
Bari15°C8°C14°C59 mm
Cagliari15°C11°C14°C48 mm
Sorrento14°C12°C14°C74 mm
Rimini12°C6°C11°C69 mm

Italy weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Italy in March?

In March, popular resorts in Italy (Palermo, Catania, Cagliari, Sorrento, Bari) average 15°C by day and 8°C at night, and the sea is about 14°C. On average 64 mm of rain falls during the month. It is cool, not a beach month.

What is the sea temperature in Italy in March?

About 14°C on average. The warmest water is in Catania (15°C).

Where is it warmest in Italy in March?

The warmest place is Catania (16°C by day), followed by Palermo (15°C) and Bari (15°C).

Does it rain in Italy in March?

On average 64 mm of rain falls in the month. It is a fairly wet month, so pack a jacket.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.