Porto · March
Low seasonPortugal · Europe
Max Temp
16.2°C
Min Temp
8.5°C
Sunshine
6.6 h/day
Rain Days
8 days
Rainfall
85.4 mm
Humidity
74%
Avg Temp
12.3°C
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Porto 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 9°C at night (daily average: 12°C). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 8 rain days with 85 mm total.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Frühling: Die Azaleen im Jardim do Palácio de Cristal blühen in Lila-Pink, die Terrassen am Cais da Ribeira öffnen wieder, Douro-Kreuzfahrten beginnen ihre Saison. Das Wetter schwankt — aber die Stadt lohnt jeden veregneten Tag.
Packing list for Porto in March
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Pullover oder Fleece
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Porto?
- March is not an optimal month for Porto (Score: 47/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider July and August.
- How warm is it in Porto in March?
- In March, Porto sees daily highs of 16°C. Nights cool to 9°C, with a daily average of 12°C.
- How much rain falls in Porto in March?
- In March, Porto receives an average of 85 mm of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Porto get in March?
- Porto averages 7 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.