March weather forecast
Rome, Italy

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The sun rising above the Colosseum in Rome Italy
The sun rising above the Colosseum in Rome Italy

Weather in March

By March, Rome starts to shake off the remaining winter coolness and transitions into a pleasant spring-like weather. Rainfall begins to abate, settling at 58mm (2.28"), marking a decrease from the heavy showers of February. Longer daylight hours bring more sunshine, transforming the cityscape with a warmer, more welcoming allure. The climb in temperature continues into the evening, lessening the bite of the night air. As April encroaches, a further rise in temperature, paired with increased daylight hours, projects a clear approach of spring.

Temperature

In the transition from February to March, Rome reports an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 15.2°C (59.4°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. During March, Rome's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Rainfall

In Rome, Italy, during March, the rain falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 79.4 rainfall days, and 804mm (31.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In March, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:34 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine in Rome is 5.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, the maximum UV index of 4 transforms into these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in March in Rome?

In Rome, 15.2°C (59.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 5.2°C (41.4°F) is the average low-temperature during March.

How much does it rain in Rome in March?

In March, in Rome, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout March, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in March in Rome?

The average day length in March in Rome, Italy, is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Rome?

On the first day of March in Rome, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:34 CET.

How long on average sun shines in March in Rome?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Rome?

In Rome, Italy, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in March
Rome, Italy

Average temperature in March - Rome, Italy
  • Average high temperature in March: 15.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.1°C).

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Average rainfall in March
Rome, Italy

Average rainfall in March - Rome, Italy
  • Average rainfall in March: 57.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (115.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (19.2mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Rome, Italy

Average rainfall days in March - Rome, Italy
  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.1 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Rome, Italy

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Rome, Italy
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average UV index in March
Rome, Italy

Average UV index in March - Rome, Italy
  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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