01Weather
Venice weather in March
Afternoons in March average 13.4 °C (56 °F) and nights cool to 5.6 °C (42 °F). The month brings about 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain spread over roughly 6 days. Compared with February it is 3.2 °C warmer; April is 3.9 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical March | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 17 °C / 63 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 10 °C / 50 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 2 °C / 36 °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) | 1.7 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 20 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest March day 2016–2025 | 23.0 °C / -4.2 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 March | 06:48 | 17:57 | 11.1 h |
| 15 March | 06:23 | 18:16 | 11.9 h |
| 31 March | 06:52 | 19:36 | 12.7 h |
Daylight grows by about 96 minutes over the month. Times are local (Europe/Rome), including the clock change on the last Sunday of March.
03Crowds
How busy Venice is in March
moderate The main sights are moderate in March. What drives it:
- post-Carnival calm
- Easter in some years
- first warm days
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 Venice in March
No major recurring events fall in March.
07Packing
What to pack for Venice 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 calm after Carnival, with cold mornings, mild afternoons around 13 °C and the first tourists returning at Easter if it falls in the month. Fog lifts, and the light on the lagoon improves. It is a good-value window with the city still largely to itself on weekdays. The clocks go forward on the last Sunday. Rain falls on about six days.
The Su e Zo per i Ponti fun walk crosses the city's bridges on a Sunday in March or April. The Biennale preparations begin in the Giardini. The islands of Burano and Torcello are quiet. Daylight passes twelve hours at the equinox. For Easter, St Mark's Day and the Biennale opening, see April.
09Compare
Venice month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8 °C | 1 °C | 5 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 10 °C | 3 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Mixed |
| March | 13 °C | 6 °C | 6 | – | moderate | Good |
| April | 17 °C | 10 °C | 7 | – | busy | Excellent |
| May | 21 °C | 14 °C | 10 | – | busy | Good |
| June | 27 °C | 19 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| July | 29 °C | 21 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Good |
| August | 29 °C | 20 °C | 6 | – | very busy | Good |
| September | 24 °C | 16 °C | 7 | – | busy | Excellent |
| October | 19 °C | 12 °C | 6 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 13 °C | 6 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| December | 9 °C | 2 °C | 6 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about March? See the best time to visit Venice.
10Elsewhere
March in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Rome in March | 16 °C | 8 |
| Prague in March | 11 °C | 7 |
| Budapest in March | 13 °C | 10 |
| Paris in March | 12 °C | 13 |
| Barcelona in March | 17 °C | 4 |
| Amsterdam in March | 11 °C | 10 |
11FAQ
Venice in March: your questions
Is March a good time to visit Venice?
March is a good month to visit Venice. Daytime highs average 13 °C (56 °F), rain falls on about 6 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Venice in March?
Expect cool days around 13 °C (56 °F) and nights near 6 °C (42 °F). One March in ten brings afternoons above 17 °C, and one in ten stays below 10 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Venice in March?
March brings about 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain over roughly 6 days, which is fairly dry by Venice standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 20 percent.
What should I wear in Venice in March?
Pack a warm jacket or coat, scarf for windy evenings, closed, water-resistant shoes.
Is Venice crowded in March?
The main sights are moderate in March. Main drivers: post-Carnival calm; Easter in some years; first warm days.
What time does it get dark in Venice in March?
Around the middle of March the sun sets at about 18:16 and rises at 06:23, giving 11.9 hours of daylight.