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Naples in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Naples in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Naples, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Naples in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Planning a trip to Naples in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +15°C and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 97 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+15°C
Avg. max. temperature
-1°C
Min.
+26°C
Max.
97 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Naples has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Naples in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Naples for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +20°C during the day to a minimum of +6°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +16°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +14°C to +16°C.

Is Naples warm or cold in March?

Naples is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +13°C to +15°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +6°C to +8°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Naples:

Water temperature in Naples in March

Water in Naples in March is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +16°C, with an average of +14°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +15°C.

The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Naples are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.

Can you swim in Naples in March?

We would not recommend swimming in Naples in March, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Naples in March

Naples weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+13°C+15°C+18°C
Min. temperature
-4°C-1°C0°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+26°C+31°C
Rainfall
100 mm97 mm75 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+14°C+14°C+16°C
Humidity
71%71%71%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
999
Cloudy days
587
Rainy days
121212
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +13°C to +15°C during the day. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 100 mm to 97 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 71%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 9 sunny days during the month.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Naples in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Naples is gradually increasing during March, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Naples based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 45% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 298 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 60 mm, which is considered heavy rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Naples wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 202 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 11 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Naples?

This is the weather in Naples in March 2023:
1 March
☀️
+14°C
2 March
🌧️
+14°C
3 March
🌧️
+14°C
4 March
🌧️
+14°C
5 March
☀️
+15°C
6 March
🌧️
+14°C
7 March
☁️
+15°C
8 March
🌧️
+17°C
9 March
☁️
+16°C
10 March
☁️
+16°C
11 March
☁️
+17°C
12 March
☀️
+20°C
13 March
☀️
+19°C
14 March
☀️
+18°C
15 March
☀️
+18°C
16 March
☀️
+15°C
17 March
☀️
+17°C
18 March
☀️
+16°C
19 March
☀️
+17°C
20 March
🌧️
+14°C
21 March
☁️
+17°C
22 March
☀️
+20°C
23 March
☁️
+18°C
24 March
☀️
+18°C
25 March
☁️
+18°C
26 March
☁️
+17°C
27 March
🌧️
+16°C
28 March
☀️
+16°C
29 March
☁️
+15°C
30 March
☁️
+16°C
31 March
☁️
+16°C
In March 2023 Naples had 13 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +16°C, with an absolute maximum of +20°C and a minimum of +14°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 36%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Naples climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Naples in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+18°C) and the highest in 2018 (+22°C). The driest year was 1983 with only 596 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3024 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Naples in March:

Is March a good time to visit Naples?

March is a really good time to go to Naples. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Naples.

Can you sunbathe in Naples in March?

March has mild temperatures in Naples. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Naples in March?

Swimming in Naples in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Naples rainy in March?

Naples is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Naples in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Naples in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Other cities in Italy

Check out the weather for other cities in Italy.

Monthly weather in Naples

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Naples, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.