01Weather
Rome weather in March
Afternoons in March average 16.4 °C (62 °F) and nights cool to 6.9 °C (44 °F). The month brings about 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain spread over roughly 8 days. Compared with February it is 1.6 °C warmer; April is 3.4 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical March | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 20 °C / 67 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 13 °C / 56 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 3 °C / 37 °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) | 0.6 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 27 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest March day 2016–2025 | 24.2 °C / -0.5 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 March | 06:44 | 17:59 | 11.3 h |
| 15 March | 06:21 | 18:16 | 11.9 h |
| 31 March | 06:54 | 19:34 | 12.7 h |
Daylight grows by about 84 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Rome), including the clock change on the last Sunday of March.
03Crowds
How busy Rome is in March
moderate The main sights are moderate in March. What drives it:
- first spring weekends
- Rome Marathon
- Easter can fall in late March
04Public holidays
Public holidays in March 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 28 Mar 2027 | Easter Sunday |
| 29 Mar 2027 | Easter Monday |
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 Rome in March
Every year in March
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rome Marathon | a Sunday in March | sport |
07Packing
What to pack for Rome in March
- a warm jacket or coat
- scarf for windy evenings
- closed, water-resistant shoes
- a compact umbrella for occasional showers
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
March is unpredictable, with warm afternoons around 16 °C and sudden showers, and the first wisteria and tour groups appearing by the end of the month. The Marathon closes central streets for a Sunday morning, with the course passing the Colosseum and St Peter's. If Easter falls in March, Holy Week brings pilgrims to the Vatican and the Pope's Via Crucis at the Colosseum on Good Friday.
The clocks go forward on the last Sunday, giving long evenings on the Gianicolo. Rain falls on about nine days. Hotel prices stay at winter levels until the week before Easter, then jump. Women's Day on 8 March fills the city with mimosa. The Vatican Museums and Colosseum are still easy to book two weeks ahead; from Easter onward allow a month. The season proper, with its crowds and prices, begins in April.
09Compare
Rome month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13 °C | 4 °C | 10 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 15 °C | 6 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 16 °C | 7 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 20 °C | 9 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Good |
| May | 24 °C | 13 °C | 5 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 30 °C | 18 °C | 4 | – | busy | Excellent |
| July | 33 °C | 21 °C | 2 | – | busy | Good |
| August | 32 °C | 21 °C | 2 | – | moderate | Good |
| September | 28 °C | 17 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 23 °C | 13 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 9 °C | 9 | – | quiet | Excellent |
| December | 14 °C | 6 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about March? See the best time to visit Rome.
10Elsewhere
March in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Venice in March | 13 °C | 6 |
| Budapest in March | 13 °C | 10 |
| Barcelona in March | 17 °C | 4 |
| Prague in March | 11 °C | 7 |
| Paris in March | 12 °C | 13 |
| Amsterdam in March | 11 °C | 10 |
11FAQ
Rome in March: your questions
Is March a good time to visit Rome?
March is a good month to visit Rome. Daytime highs average 16 °C (62 °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 Rome in March?
Expect cool days around 16 °C (62 °F) and nights near 7 °C (44 °F). One March in ten brings afternoons above 20 °C, and one in ten stays below 13 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in March?
March brings about 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain over roughly 8 days, which is fairly dry by Rome standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 27 percent.
What should I wear in Rome in March?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Rome crowded in March?
The main sights are moderate in March. Main drivers: first spring weekends; Rome Marathon; Easter can fall in late March.
What time does it get dark in Rome in March?
Around the middle of March the sun sets at about 18:16 and rises at 06:21, giving 11.9 hours of daylight.