Monthly climate guide
Rome weather in March
March in Rome is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 16°C (60°F) and night-time lows near 6°C (43°F). The month usually brings about 79 mm of rain (some rain) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than February and 4°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- In Rome, March is early spring.
- It warms up quickly from here: by April highs are about 4°C higher.
- Comfortable temperatures make it easy to walk between Trevi Fountain and Colosseum.
- Just 90 km apart, but Rome runs about 6°C warmer than L'Aquila this month.
Avg high
16°C
60°F
Avg low
6°C
43°F
Rainfall
79 mm
some rain
Humidity
76%
relative
Sky
49%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Rome weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C / 53°F | 4°C / 38°F | 71 mm | 81% | 54% |
| February | 13°C / 55°F | 4°C / 39°F | 90 mm | 79% | 51% |
| March | 16°C / 60°F | 6°C / 43°F | 79 mm | 76% | 49% |
| April | 20°C / 67°F | 9°C / 48°F | 53 mm | 72% | 45% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 59 mm | 69% | 42% |
| June | 29°C / 83°F | 17°C / 63°F | 37 mm | 62% | 25% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 20°C / 69°F | 32 mm | 55% | 15% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 21°C / 70°F | 26 mm | 53% | 15% |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 17°C / 63°F | 72 mm | 64% | 34% |
| October | 23°C / 73°F | 13°C / 55°F | 88 mm | 72% | 41% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 49°F | 114 mm | 80% | 52% |
| December | 13°C / 56°F | 5°C / 41°F | 75 mm | 80% | 46% |
What to pack for March
- A warm sweater or fleece for layering
- A mid-weight jacket
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is March a good time to visit Rome?
Our Rome guide recommends: Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Book skip-the-line tickets for the Colosseum and Vatican in advance — same-day queues can run over an hour, especially in summer.
Best time to visit Rome →Other Italy cities in March
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Rome in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Rome?
March is a reasonable time for Rome: highs around 16°C and about 79 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Rome in March?
Average highs are about 16°C (60°F) and average lows about 6°C (43°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Rome in March?
Rome typically gets around 79 mm of rain in March — some rain.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
Late April to June or September to October, when temperatures are mild and the summer crowds have thinned.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Rome (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.