Weather Comparison
Rome vs Florence
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
March Weather: Rome vs Florence
| Metric | Rome | Florence | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 15°C (59°F)▲ | 14°C (57°F) | Rome |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 6°C (43°F)▲ | 4°C (39°F) | Rome |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 9 days▲ | 10 days | Rome |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 75 mm | 72 mm▲ | Florence |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 10h/day▲ | 9h/day | Rome |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 14 km/h▲ | Florence |
Which City is Better in March?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in March. Rome offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Florence sees 9 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Rome sits in the comfortable travel range at 15°C. Florence is cooler at 14°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in March. Rome receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Temperature Comparison in March
Rome reaches an average high of 15°C (59°F) and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Florence averages 14°C (57°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Rainfall Comparison in March
Rome receives approximately 75 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Florence sees 72 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 3 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
What to Pack: Rome vs Florence
Packing for Rome in March
Highs of 15°C, lows of 6°C, 9 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Florence in March
Highs of 14°C, lows of 4°C, 10 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓waterproof jacket
- ✓compact umbrella
- ✓waterproof shoes
- ✓a warm scarf
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during March.
Year-Round Comparison: Rome vs Florence
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Rome | Florence | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 12°C | 9d | 9°C | 10d |
| Feb | 12°C | 9d | 11°C | 10d |
| Mar | 15°C | 9d | 14°C | 10d |
| Apr | 18°C | 11d | 18°C | 12d |
| May | 22°C | 9d | 22°C | 10d |
| Jun | 27°C | 5d | 27°C | 7d |
| Jul | 30°C | 4d | 30°C | 4d |
| Aug | 31°C | 4d | 30°C | 5d |
| Sep | 25°C | 9d | 25°C | 9d |
| Oct | 21°C | 11d | 19°C | 12d |
| Nov | 16°C | 12d | 14°C | 13d |
| Dec | 12°C | 11d | 10°C | 12d |
Rome Weather in March
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