What to pack for Florence in March
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 72%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How March compares
Best months in Florence: April & September–October. See the full best time to visit Florence guide.
Florence in March: the details
In March, Florence sees average daytime highs of 16°C (60°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). Rainfall totals roughly 62 mm across 8.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9 hours per day with 11.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 72%.
In context: March is the 9th-warmest month and the 10th-wettest in Florence. The sunniest month is July (13.8 h/day).
| Metric | March average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16°C / 60°F |
| Overnight low | 5°C / 41°F |
| Rainfall | 62 mm over 8.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9 h/day (11.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 72% |
| Travel score | 8.3 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Florence, Italy (43.78, 11.25) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Florence in March?
Daytime highs in Florence in March average 16°C (60°F); nights drop to about 5°C.
Does it rain in Florence in March?
Expect around 8.5 rainy days and 62 mm of rainfall in March.
Is March a good time to visit Florence?
March is a good month to visit Florence. Overall travel score: 8.3/10. The best months are April & September–October.
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