01Weather
Lisbon weather in March
Afternoons in March average 18.0 °C (64 °F) and nights cool to 11.0 °C (52 °F). The month brings about 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with February it is 1.3 °C warmer; April is 2.6 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical March | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 22 °C / 72 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 15 °C / 58 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 9 °C / 48 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 0.0 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 26 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest March day 2016–2025 | 27.5 °C / 6.4 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 March | 07:08 | 18:29 | 11.3 h |
| 15 March | 06:47 | 18:43 | 11.9 h |
| 31 March | 07:22 | 19:58 | 12.6 h |
Daylight grows by about 78 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Lisbon), including the clock change on the last Sunday of March.
03Crowds
How busy Lisbon is in March
moderate The main sights are moderate in March. What drives it:
- first warm weekends
- Lisbon Half Marathon
- Easter in some years
04Public holidays
Public holidays in March 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 26 Mar 2027 | Good Friday |
| 28 Mar 2027 | Easter Sunday |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Lisbon in March
Every year in March
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon Half Marathon | March, across the 25 de Abril Bridge | sport |
07Packing
What to pack for Lisbon in March
- layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings
- comfortable walking shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
March warms quickly, with afternoons around 18 °C, the Half Marathon crossing the 25 de Abril bridge on a Sunday in March, the first terrace lunches at the miradouros and Easter crowds if it falls early. Showers are still common, on about eight days. It is one of the last months with low prices before the spring season begins. The clocks go forward on the last Sunday.
Good Friday is a holiday with processions in the churches. The Lisbon Fish and Flavours festival at Pavilhão Carlos Lopes falls in late March or April. The Sintra palaces begin to fill at weekends. Daylight passes twelve hours at the equinox. For one of the best months with Freedom Day and the first jacarandas, see April.
09Compare
Lisbon month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16 °C | 9 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 17 °C | 10 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 18 °C | 11 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| April | 21 °C | 13 °C | 9 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 24 °C | 15 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 26 °C | 17 °C | 3 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 28 °C | 19 °C | 0 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 29 °C | 19 °C | 1 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 27 °C | 18 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 24 °C | 17 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 13 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| December | 16 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about March? See the best time to visit Lisbon.
10Elsewhere
March in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Barcelona in March | 17 °C | 4 |
| Paris in March | 12 °C | 13 |
| London in March | 11 °C | 9 |
| Dublin in March | 11 °C | 12 |
| Rome in March | 16 °C | 8 |
| Amsterdam in March | 11 °C | 10 |
11FAQ
Lisbon in March: your questions
Is March a good time to visit Lisbon?
March is one of the best months to visit Lisbon. Daytime highs average 18 °C (64 °F), rain falls on about 8 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Lisbon in March?
Expect mild days around 18 °C (64 °F) and nights near 11 °C (52 °F). One March in ten brings afternoons above 22 °C, and one in ten stays below 15 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in March?
March brings about 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by Lisbon standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 26 percent.
What should I wear in Lisbon in March?
Pack layers: t-shirt plus a light jacket for evenings, comfortable walking shoes, a compact umbrella for occasional showers.
Is Lisbon crowded in March?
The main sights are moderate in March. Main drivers: first warm weekends; Lisbon Half Marathon; Easter in some years.
What time does it get dark in Lisbon in March?
Around the middle of March the sun sets at about 18:43 and rises at 06:47, giving 11.9 hours of daylight.