Early spring · Weather & things to do
Palermo in March
Palermo warms up: highs climb to 62°F (17°C), from 58°F in February, with lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain.
It scores 82/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 62°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 2.9 in (74 mm)
- Humidity
- 79%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 42 min
- Comfort score
- 82/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs near 62°F (17°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 50°F (10°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.9 in (74 mm).
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April – June and September).
- Comfort improves from 71/100 in February to 82/100.
- Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse 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 50°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 Palermo in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Ballarò Market
Busy street market for produce, fish and fried snacks like panelle.
Why now March scores 82/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Mondello Beach
Sandy bay with clear water and Art Nouveau bathing pavilion.
Why now Highs near 62°F and 2.9 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Palatine Chapel
12th-century royal chapel in the Norman Palace, lined with gold mosaics.
Quattro Canti
Baroque crossroads where four ornate facades frame the old town's quarters.
Taverna Azzurra
Old Vucciria tavern pouring cheap local wine to a crowd spilling into the street.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in March
- Taormina in March~106 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Syracuse in March~128 mi · highs 64°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Sorrento in March~182 mi · highs 57°F, 2.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Amalfi in March~186 mi · highs 58°F, 2.9 in rain · 2°C (4°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 ~222 m to Palermo's ~28 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.
Palermo in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Palermo?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 82/100 against a best of 95 in April – June and September. Expect highs of 62°F (17°C) and 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain. Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Palermo in March?
Average highs are 62°F (17°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Palermo in March?
Some: about 2.9 in (74 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.0 in (712 mm).
What should I pack for Palermo in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 50°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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