Weather in Florence in March

How March compares

March is the 8th warmest month of the year in Florence and ranks 106th of 134 destinations we compare for March - see where else is hot in March. Within Italy it is 6th of 16 (Italy in March). Against London's average high of 10.5°C in March, Florence is 3.8°C warmer by day and 1.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in March

The typical March day in Florence peaks at 14.3°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 18.6°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 4.4°C; one night in ten drops to 0.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest March day here reached 24.2°C (2017-03-30) and the coldest night -7.1°C (2005-03-01).

Rain in March

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 10 days with 1 mm or more, 72 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest March was 2013 with 199 mm, the driest 1994 with 6 mm. Humidity averages 75%.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 11.7 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:27 and sets about 18:21 local time in mid-March. Average cloud cover is 55%.

Is March a good time to visit Florence?

March is not the strongest month here: cool days and frequent rain. The best months for Florence on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug.

Comfortable for walking, chilly when you stop

Florence in March suits travellers who would rather wear a jacket than deal with hot afternoons. The warmest days reach around 19°C or more, so you may get comfortable spells outdoors, but that is not the everyday expectation. Midday is your best window for sitting outside; keep a layer handy rather than dressing for the warmest forecast. Evenings need more thought, with average lows around 4°C and the coldest nights reaching freezing or below. A warm outer layer, jumper and closed shoes are sensible choices. If your plans depend on balmy evenings or summer clothes, March is likely to feel too cool.

Plan for rain, not a complete washout

Rain is the main catch: about 10 days have measurable rainfall, so a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet streets deserve space in your bag. That does not mean every wet day is lost, but it does make a rigid outdoor schedule less appealing. Keep indoor time flexible and use dry spells for longer walks. Around 5.3 hours of sunshine within 11.7 hours of daylight gives you a useful amount of outdoor time without promising clear skies throughout. March works best if you are happy to adjust as you go; it is a weaker choice if sunshine is the main reason for travelling.