Beiras region Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Beiras region, Portugal in March.

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Planning a journey to the Beiras region, Portugal this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Beiras region in March

The Beiras region, Portugal is a region in Portugal. March in the Beiras region generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Guarda at 16°C (61°F) and pleasant in Coimbra at 19°C (66°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Coimbra and 5°C (41°F) in Guarda.

For a closer look at conditions across the Beiras region, Portugal, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Trancoso with an average of 57 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Viseu with 104 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Coimbra enjoys about 193 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Beiras region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Beiras region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Coimbra)

January15°C (59°F) February16°C (61°F) March19°C (66°F) April20°C (68°F) May23°C (73°F) This monthJune26°C (79°F) July29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September27°C (81°F) October22°C (72°F) November17°C (63°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Beiras region in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Beiras region.

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 the Beiras region

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Beiras region, Portugal?

Temperature range in the Beiras region (March)

Precipitation variation in the Beiras region (March)

Coimbra

In March Coimbra generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
193 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Coimbra →

Aveiro

In March Aveiro generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
193 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Aveiro →

Seia

In March Seia 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)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
187 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Seia →

Viseu

In March Viseu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
187 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Viseu →

Gouveia

In March Gouveia 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)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
187 hours
174 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Gouveia →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Beiras region, in Portugal.

In our records: Portugal March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Portugal in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest March night in Portugal dropped to -11°C (12°F) in Castelo Mendo on March 1, 2005.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Beiras region in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Coimbra 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Aveiro 18°C (64°F) 10°C (50°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Seia 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Viseu 17°C (63°F) 6°C (43°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Gouveia 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Castelo Branco 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)

The Beiras region weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Beiras region, Portugal in March?

March in the Beiras region, Portugal brings pleasant weather. In Coimbra, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in the Beiras region, Portugal in March?

Average temperatures in the Beiras region, Portugal during March range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Coimbra.

Does the Beiras region, Portugal get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Coimbra averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for the Beiras region, Portugal.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Beiras region, Portugal?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Coimbra, March might be a good time to visit the Beiras region, Portugal. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Beiras region, Portugal is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Coimbra. On the other hand, the weather in January, November and December tend to be unpleasant.

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