Is March a good time to visit Florence?

March is not an optimal month for Florence (Score: 50/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.

How warm is it in Florence in March?

In March, Florence sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 6°C, with a daily average of 11°C.

How much rain falls in Florence in March?

In March, Florence receives an average of 69 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.

How many sunshine hours does Florence get in March?

Florence averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

Is March a good time to visit Florence?

March is not an optimal month for Florence (Score: 50/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.

How warm is it in Florence in March?

In March, Florence sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 6°C, with a daily average of 11°C.

How much rain falls in Florence in March?

In March, Florence receives an average of 69 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.

How many sunshine hours does Florence get in March?

Florence averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

Florence · March

Low season

Italy · Europe

Climate Overview

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
MAX🌡MAX	11°	13°	16°	21°	24°	30°	33°	33°	28°	22°	16°	12°
MIN🌡MIN	3°	4°	6°	9°	13°	17°	19°	19°	16°	12°	8°	4°
☀️Sunshine	6h UV 4	7h UV 4	9h UV 6	11h UV 7	11h UV 8	12h UV 8	12h UV 8	11h UV 8	10h UV 6	8h UV 5	7h UV 3	6h UV 3
🌧Rain Days	7d69mm	6d66mm	7d69mm	6d56mm	6d56mm	4d38mm	2d21mm	3d32mm	5d63mm	7d89mm	9d113mm	8d88mm

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Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.

March in Florence is on the cool side — with highs around 16°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.

Daytime temperatures reach up to 16°C, cooling to 6°C at night (daily average: 11°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 69 mm total.

Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.

Packing list for Florence in March

Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
Leichte Jacke
Pullover oder Fleece
Sonnencreme LSF 50
Sonnenbrille
Sonnenhut
Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
Reiseapotheke

Frequently Asked Questions

Is March a good time to visit Florence?: March is not an optimal month for Florence (Score: 50/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
How warm is it in Florence in March?: In March, Florence sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 6°C, with a daily average of 11°C.
How much rain falls in Florence in March?: In March, Florence receives an average of 69 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
How many sunshine hours does Florence get in March?: Florence averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.