Early spring · Weather & things to do
Florence in March
Florence warms up: highs climb to 57°F (14°C), from 50°F in February, with lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain.
It scores 74/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 2.5 in (63 mm)
- Humidity
- 83%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 74/100 · Good
What March feels like
Days are mild at around 57°F (14°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Lows average 41°F (5°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.5 in (63 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 & October).
- Comfort improves from 60/100 in February to 74/100.
- Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 41°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Florence in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Piazzale Michelangelo
Terrace above the city with views over the Duomo and red rooftops.
Why now March scores 74/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Florence Cathedral
Climb Brunelleschi's dome, 463 steps, for the city's defining view.
All'Antico Vinaio
Huge schiacciata sandwiches stuffed with salumi and pecorino.
Le Volpi e l'Uva
Small wine bar by Piazza de' Rossi pouring Tuscan wines by the glass.
Boboli Gardens
Formal Medici gardens behind Palazzo Pitti with grottoes and city views.
Why now Highs near 57°F and 2.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in March
- Chianti in March~13 mi · highs 57°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Siena in March~31 mi · highs 56°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Val d'Orcia in March~52 mi · highs 54°F, 2.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Piran in March~166 mi · highs 55°F, 2.8 in rain · 1°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~571 m to Florence's ~60 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.
Florence in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Florence?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 74/100 against a best of 90 in April – June and September & October. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain. Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Florence in March?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Florence in March?
Some: about 2.5 in (63 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 29.0 in (737 mm).
What should I pack for Florence in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 41°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Florence in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.