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Rome in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Rome in March and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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March

Weather in Rome in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Rome in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +61°F and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 7 rainy days and 80 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+23°F
Min.
+81°F
Max.
80 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rome has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Rome in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Rome for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +72°F during the day to a minimum of +34°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +61°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 24% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +52°F to +61°F.

Is Rome warm or cold in March?

Rome is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +55°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +39°F to +43°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Rome:

Climate in Rome in March

Rome weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+55°F+61°F+66°F
Min. temperature
+21°F+23°F+34°F
Max. temperature
+70°F+81°F+86°F
Rainfall
83 mm80 mm71 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
73%71%72%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1013 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
121312
Cloudy days
91112
Rainy days
776
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +55°F to +61°F during the day. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 83 mm to 80 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 73% to 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 12 to 13.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Rome in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Rome is gradually increasing during March, going from 5 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Rome based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 19% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 85 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 61 mm, which is considered heavy rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Rome wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 33% chance of precipitation and 175 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 14 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Rome?

This is the weather in Rome in March 2023:
1 March
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+52°F
2 March
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+55°F
3 March
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+56°F
4 March
☀️
+57°F
5 March
☀️
+55°F
6 March
☀️
+54°F
7 March
☀️
+53°F
8 March
☀️
+50°F
9 March
☀️
+57°F
10 March
☀️
+61°F
11 March
☁️
+58°F
12 March
☀️
+57°F
13 March
☀️
+59°F
14 March
☀️
+63°F
15 March
☀️
+63°F
16 March
☀️
+65°F
17 March
☀️
+68°F
18 March
☀️
+64°F
19 March
☀️
+61°F
20 March
☀️
+60°F
21 March
☀️
+59°F
22 March
☀️
+62°F
23 March
☀️
+68°F
24 March
☀️
+67°F
25 March
☀️
+69°F
26 March
☀️
+69°F
27 March
☁️
+71°F
28 March
☀️
+68°F
29 March
☀️
+66°F
30 March
🌧️
+56°F
31 March
🌧️
+60°F
In March 2023 Rome had 27 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +61°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +50°F. The average humidity was 57%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 23%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Rome climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Rome in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+56°F) and the highest in 2012 (+69°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 312 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rome in March:

Is March a good time to visit Rome?

March is a really good time to go to Rome. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Rome.

Can you sunbathe in Rome in March?

March has mild temperatures in Rome. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Rome rainy in March?

Rome is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Rome in March?

The amount of sunny days in Rome during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Rome

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Rome, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.