Lisbon weather in March (Lisbon Region, Portugal)

Curious about the March weather in Lisbon? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Lisbon generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 18°C, while night temperatures can drop to 11°C.

Lisbon in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. Typically around 13 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 208 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lisbon climate page with graphs.

 

Lisbon, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 56 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 56%  

Where to go in Portugal in March

Find out more about the weather in Portugal in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Lisbon in March?

For visitors traveling to Lisbon, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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