Early spring · Weather & things to do
Val d'Orcia in March
Val d'Orcia warms up: highs climb to 54°F (12°C), from 47°F in February, with lows of 37°F (3°C) and about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 68/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 37°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (68 mm)
- Humidity
- 81%
- Cloud cover
- 65%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 68/100 · Good
What March feels like
Cool days top out near 54°F (12°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Nights cool to an average low of 37°F (3°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.7 in (68 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September & October.
- Comfort improves from 56/100 in February to 68/100.
- Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Val d'Orcia in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bagno Vignoni
Village whose main square is a thermal pool; soak in the free pools below.
Why now March scores 68/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Abbazia di Sant'Antimo
Romanesque abbey in a valley below Montalcino.
Fortezza di Montalcino
14th-century fortress with an enoteca for Brunello di Montalcino tastings.
Osteria Acquacheta
Tiny osteria serving bistecca and pecorino at shared tables.
Cantine Contucci
Ancient cellars under Piazza Grande, making Vino Nobile for centuries.
Nearby in March
- Siena in March~24 mi · highs 56°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Chianti in March~39 mi · highs 57°F, 2.4 in rain · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Florence in March~52 mi · highs 57°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Piran in March~193 mi · highs 55°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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.
Val d'Orcia in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Val d'Orcia?
It's middling, scoring 68/100. The best months are May & June and September & October, at up to 94. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain. Our Tuscany Hill Towns route recommends Apr – Jun, Sep – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Val d'Orcia in March?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 37°F (3°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Val d'Orcia in March?
Some: about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 30.8 in (782 mm).
What should I pack for Val d'Orcia in March?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Val d'Orcia in March?
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