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Palermo in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Palermo in March 2025

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
If you plan to visit Palermo in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +16°C during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 15 rainy days in the month and around 90 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+16°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+29°C
Max.
90 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Palermo has OK weather in March.

Average temperature in Palermo in March

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

Going from a maximum of +24°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +18°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 44% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +24°C.

Is Palermo warm or cold in March?

Palermo is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +15°C to +16°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +10°C to +11°C.

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

March is one of the coolest months in Palermo, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Palermo in March

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

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

The warmest water temperatures in Palermo 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 Palermo in March?

We would not recommend swimming in Palermo in March, the water is very cold (+15°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 Palermo in March

Palermo weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+15°C+16°C+19°C
Min. temperature
+3°C+4°C+8°C
Max. temperature
+25°C+29°C+34°C
Rainfall
73 mm90 mm64 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+14°C+15°C+16°C
Humidity
76%75%71%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
456
Cloudy days
10109
Rainy days
141514
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as ok as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +15°C to +16°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 73 mm to 90 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 4 to 5.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Palermo 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 Palermo is gradually increasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Palermo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 26% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 33 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
March is one of the rainiest months in Palermo, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Palermo wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 90 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Palermo?

This is the weather in Palermo in March 2023:
1 March
☁️
+17°C
2 March
🌧️
+17°C
3 March
🌧️
+11°C
4 March
☁️
+13°C
5 March
🌧️
+15°C
6 March
☁️
+16°C
7 March
☁️
+16°C
8 March
☁️
+18°C
9 March
☁️
+22°C
10 March
☁️
+20°C
11 March
☁️
+22°C
12 March
☀️
+20°C
13 March
☀️
+20°C
14 March
☁️
+21°C
15 March
☀️
+17°C
16 March
☁️
+16°C
17 March
☀️
+16°C
18 March
☀️
+18°C
19 March
☁️
+18°C
20 March
🌧️
+17°C
21 March
☁️
+17°C
22 March
☁️
+18°C
23 March
☀️
+19°C
24 March
☀️
+20°C
25 March
☀️
+21°C
26 March
☀️
+23°C
27 March
☀️
+20°C
28 March
☀️
+18°C
29 March
☀️
+19°C
30 March
☀️
+20°C
31 March
☀️
+24°C
In March 2023 Palermo had 14 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +18°C, with an absolute maximum of +24°C and a minimum of +11°C. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+20°C) and the highest in 2012 (+24°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 353 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 1977 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Palermo in March:

Is March a good time to visit Palermo?

It’s always a good time to visit Palermo, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Palermo in March?

March has mild temperatures in Palermo. 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 Palermo in March?

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

Is Palermo rainy in March?

Palermo 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 Palermo in March?

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

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Monthly weather in Palermo

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Palermo, 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.