Early spring · Weather & things to do
Syracuse in March
Syracuse warms up: highs climb to 64°F (18°C), from 60°F in February, with lows of 47°F (9°C) and about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain.
March opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 91/100 (3rd of 12).
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (48 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 43 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are mild at around 64°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 47°F (9°C).
About 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's March.
Plan around March
March is one of Syracuse's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: March – May and October & November.
- Comfort improves from 81/100 in February to 91/100.
- 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 eveningslows near 47°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Syracuse in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Syracuse Cathedral
Baroque facade over a Greek temple of Athena, columns still visible inside.
Fountain of Arethusa
Freshwater spring by the sea with papyrus plants and ducks.
Caseificio Borderi
Ortigia market cheesemonger known for huge made-to-order sandwiches.
Vendicari Nature Reserve
Coastal reserve with lagoons, flamingos and undeveloped beaches.
Why now March scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Planeta Buonivini
Planeta's Noto estate offering Nero d'Avola and olive oil tastings.
Nearby in March
- Taormina in March~54 mi · highs 60°F, 2.4 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Palermo in March~128 mi · highs 62°F, 2.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Amalfi in March~249 mi · highs 58°F, 2.9 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Ravello in March~250 mi · highs 54°F, 2.9 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~243 m to Syracuse's ~20 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.
Syracuse in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Syracuse?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain. Our Sicily: Palermo to Syracuse route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Syracuse in March?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 47°F (9°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Syracuse in March?
Not much: about 1.9 in (48 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 21.2 in (539 mm).
What should I pack for Syracuse in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 47°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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