March weather forecastFlorence, Italy

A golden appearance of the city of Florence, Italy, at sunsetA golden appearance of the city of Florence, Italy, at sunset

March

Weather in March

March marks the advent of spring in Florence, Italy. The weather displays a steady rise in temperatures, and days continue to lengthen. During this month, the mercury can even climb to 15.7°C (60.3°F), inviting locals and tourists to spend more time outdoors. Despite the onset of milder temperatures, rainfall continues to persist with occasional showers. The city starts to bloom in March, with its inviting weather and increased sunshine hours paving the way for outdoor activities.

Temperature

With the onset of March, Florence experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F) in February to a mild 15.7°C (60.3°F). Florence observes an average nighttime temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F) during March.

Rainfall

In March, in Florence, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout March, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. In Florence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 88.2 days and collects up to 873mm (34.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of March, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:40 CET.

Sunshine

In March, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index in Florence is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

During March, Florence experiences an average high-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F) and a low-temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F).

In Florence, in March, during 7.5 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Florence, Italy, the average day length in March is 11h and 57min.

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, in Florence, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:40 CET.

The average sunshine duration in March in Florence is 5h.

In Florence, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in March
Florence, Italy

  • Average high temperature in March: 15.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 4.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2°C).

Average rainfall in March
Florence, Italy

  • Average rainfall in March: 63.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (113.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (36.7mm).

Average rainfall days in March
Florence, Italy

  • Average rainfall days in March: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (9.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).

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

  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 5h

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in March
Florence, Italy

  • Average UV index in March: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).