Naples · March
Low seasonItaly · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)25 (77) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 28° (82°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 31° (88°)27– (81–)35 (95) | 31° (88°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 28° (82°)22– (72–)32 (90) | 23° (73°)17– (63–)27 (81) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)9– (48–)19 (66) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 6° (43°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)2– (36–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)19 (66) | 11° (52°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h | 5h | 6h | 8h | 8h | 9h | 10h | 9h | 7h | 6h | 4h | 4h |
🌊Water Temp | 16° (61°) | 15° (59°) | 15° (59°) | 16° (61°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (72°) | 20° (68°) | 17° (63°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d114mm (4.5") | 7d71mm (2.8") | 6d81mm (3.2") | 5d62mm (2.5") | 4d42mm (1.6") | 2d37mm (1.5") | 1d19mm (0.7") | 2d15mm (0.6") | 5d80mm (3.1") | 5d82mm (3.2") | 9d154mm (6.0") | 7d93mm (3.7") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Naples is on the cool side — with highs around 16°C (61°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime highs average 16°C (61°F), cooling to 8°C (46°F) at night (daily average: 12°C (54°F)). Peaks reach around 22°C (72°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F). With 6 sunshine hours per day and 6 rain days (81 mm (3.2 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 15°C (59°F), the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Spring: Pompeii, Herculaneum and Paestum without battling the heat. The Amalfi Coast (1 hour away) blooms with lemons and bougainvillea. Neapolitan pizza on a chair outside the door.
Packing list for Naples in March
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Naples?
- March is not an optimal month for Naples (Score: 51/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Naples in March?
- In March, Naples sees daily highs of 16°C (61°F). Nights cool to 8°C (46°F), with a daily average of 12°C (54°F). Peaks reach around 22°C (72°F), the coldest nights around 2°C (36°F).
- How much rain falls in Naples in March?
- In March, Naples receives an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Naples get in March?
- Naples averages 6 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Naples in March?
- Water temperature in Naples in March averages 15°C (59°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.