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Basilicata Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Basilicata, Italy in March.

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Matera Maratea Gravina in Puglia Potenza

Thinking about venturing to Basilicata, Italy this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Basilicata in March

Basilicata, Italy is a region in Italy. March in Basilicata generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Marsico Nuovo to 16°C (61°F) in Miglionico. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Miglionico and 3°C (37°F) in Marsico Nuovo.

To explore the conditions in Basilicata, Italy in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Metaponto with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to high rainfall in Maratea with 115 mm (4.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Basilicata in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Basilicata

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Basilicata, Italy?

Temperature range in Basilicata (March)

Precipitation variation in Basilicata (March)

Matera

In March Matera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Matera →

Maratea

In March Maratea generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Maratea →

Gravina in Puglia

In March Gravina in Puglia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
64 mm (2.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Gravina in Puglia →

Potenza

In March Potenza generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
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Metaponto

In March Metaponto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Basilicata in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matera 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Maratea 14°C (57°F) 5°C (41°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Gravina in Puglia 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Potenza 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Metaponto 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Policoro 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

Basilicata weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Basilicata, Italy in March?

In March, Basilicata, Italy generally has tolerable weather conditions. Matera sees daytime temperatures near 16°C (61°F), with nights cooling to roughly 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Basilicata, Italy in March?

Daytime temperatures in Matera peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in March, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does Basilicata, Italy get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Basilicata, Italy during March, with Matera averaging close to 61 mm (2.4 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Basilicata, Italy?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Matera, March might be a good time to visit Basilicata, Italy. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Matera. On the other hand, the months of January and February tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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