March · Italy
Best time to visit Rome in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Rome in March
Average temperature 11°C, 97 mm of rain, about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
7.4/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 97 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 27
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Rome scores 7.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 97 mm of rain, and roughly 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rome is most generous when the day unfolds at two speeds: mornings among ruins and churches, then slow evenings in piazzas, trattorias, and lantern-lit walks once the heat lifts.
March in Rome: strong conditions, 9th of 12
Expect 11°C (52°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
Budget for roughly 97 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 7.4/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rome in March?
- In March, Rome averages 11°C, 97 mm of rain, and about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Rome?
- March earns a 7.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Rome in March?
- Expect about 97 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 27 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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