Early spring · Weather & things to do
Lisbon in March
Lisbon edges warmer than February, with highs of 60°F (16°C), lows of 53°F (12°C) and about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain.
It scores 80/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 60°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 53°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (60 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 61%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 80/100 · Great
What March feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 60°F (16°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 53°F (12°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (60 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 – September).
- Comfort holds steady from February (79 → 80/100).
- Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 53°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 Lisbon in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Castelo de São Jorge
Moorish castle walls above Alfama with the widest views of the city.
Tram 28
Vintage yellow tram climbing through Graça, Alfama and Baixa.
Belém Tower
16th-century fortified tower on the Tagus, built to guard the harbor.
Time Out Market Lisboa
Food hall with stalls from well-known Lisbon chefs.
A Ginjinha
Tiny bar pouring cherry liqueur since 1840.
Nearby in March
- Coimbra in March~109 mi · highs 64°F, 3.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Porto in March~170 mi · highs 59°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Seville in March~195 mi · highs 68°F, 2.3 in rain · 4°C (8°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Córdoba in March~243 mi · highs 67°F, 2.6 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Lisbon in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Lisbon?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 80/100 against a best of 93 in April – September. Expect highs of 60°F (16°C) and 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain. Our Portugal by Rail route recommends Apr – Jun, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Lisbon in March?
Average highs are 60°F (16°C) and average lows 53°F (12°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in March?
Some: about 2.4 in (60 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.3 in (541 mm).
What should I pack for Lisbon in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 53°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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