Early spring · Weather & things to do
Coimbra in March
Coimbra warms up: highs climb to 64°F (18°C), from 59°F in February, with lows of 45°F (7°C) and about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain.
It scores 84/100 for comfort, 5th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 45°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (93 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 41 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What March feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 64°F (18°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 45°F (7°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.7 in (93 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – June and September).
- Comfort improves from 78/100 in February to 84/100.
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 45°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Coimbra in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Mosteiro de Santa Cruz
Monastery holding the tombs of Portugal's first two kings.
Pedro dos Leitões
Roast suckling pig specialist in Mealhada, 20 km north.
Zé Manel dos Ossos
Tiny traditional tavern with walls covered in notes, serving hearty pork dishes.
University of Coimbra
Hilltop university founded in 1290, with a clock tower and courtyard views.
Parque Verde do Mondego
Riverside park and boardwalk along both banks of the Mondego.
Why now March scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Nearby in March
- Porto in March~67 mi · highs 59°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Lisbon in March~109 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, drier
- Seville in March~234 mi · highs 68°F, 2.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
- Córdoba in March~252 mi · highs 67°F, 2.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~425 m to Coimbra's ~42 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Coimbra in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Coimbra?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 84/100 against a best of 91 in April – June and September. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Coimbra in March?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 45°F (7°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Coimbra in March?
Some: about 3.7 in (93 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.3 in (846 mm).
What should I pack for Coimbra in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 45°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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