What to pack for Porto in March
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 77%; max daily wind around 23 km/h.
How March compares
Best months in Porto: May–September. See the full best time to visit Porto guide.
Porto in March: the details
In March, Porto sees average daytime highs of 16°C (62°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Rainfall totals roughly 128 mm across 12.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9 hours per day with 11.7 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 77%.
In context: March is the 9th-warmest month and the 6th-wettest in Porto. The sunniest month is July (13.3 h/day).
| Metric | March average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16°C / 62°F |
| Overnight low | 9°C / 48°F |
| Rainfall | 128 mm over 12.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9 h/day (11.7 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 77% |
| Travel score | 7.7 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Porto, Portugal (41.15, -8.61) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Porto in March?
Daytime highs in Porto in March average 16°C (62°F); nights drop to about 9°C.
Does it rain in Porto in March?
Expect around 12.8 rainy days and 128 mm of rainfall in March.
Is March a good time to visit Porto?
March is a good month to visit Porto. Overall travel score: 7.7/10. The best months are May–September.
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