March weather forecastBologna, Italy

The city center of the iconic old town of Bologna in ItalyThe city center of the iconic old town of Bologna in Italy

March

Weather in March

In March, Bologna basks in the advent of spring. The weather witnesses an expansion of the temperature range from the previous month, varying between 5.3°C (41.5°F) and 14°C (57.2°F). The city begins to defrost as the snowfall ceases and sunlight stays out even longer. As the atmosphere gradually turns towards warmth, the city streets are adorned with spring blossoms. Rainfall sees a slight decrease compared to February, making the outdoor aura less damp.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Bologna observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from February's chilly 9.1°C (48.4°F) to a refreshing 14°C (57.2°F). Bologna, during the nights of March, experiences an average temperature drop to a wintry 5.3°C (41.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Bologna is 73%.

Rainfall

In Bologna, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bologna, there are 128.5 rainfall days, and 464mm (18.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Bologna aggregates 17mm (0.67") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 4.5 snowfall days, and 86mm (3.39") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Bologna is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:40 CET.

Sunshine

In Bologna, Italy, the average sunshine in March is 7.6h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In March, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in March, in Bologna, is 14°C (57.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 5.3°C (41.5°F).

In Bologna, Italy, the average relative humidity in March is 73%.

In Bologna, Italy, in March, during 10.5 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in March, Bologna aggregates 17mm (0.67") of snow.

In Bologna, Italy, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:40 CET.

In March, the average sunshine duration in Bologna, Italy, is 7.6h.

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Bologna, Italy, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average high temperature in March: 14°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).

Average pressure in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average pressure in March: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average wind speed in March: 8.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average humidity in March: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).

Average rainfall in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average rainfall in March: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (26mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average rainfall days in March: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average snowfall in March: 17mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (32mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average snowfall days in March: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average sunshine days in March: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average UV index in March: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average cloud cover in March: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in March
Bologna, Italy

  • Average visibility in March: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).