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Centro Region Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Centro Region, Portugal in March.

Thinking about venturing to Centro Region, Portugal 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 Centro Region in March

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Linhares at 16°C (61°F) to pleasant in Abrantes at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Abrantes and 6°C (43°F) in Linhares.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Centro Region, Portugal, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Castelo Rodrigo with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to high rainfall in Oliveira de Frades with 137 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Peniche gets around 175 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Centro Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Centro Region - and find the best time to visit. (based on Coimbra)

Best Places to Visit in Centro Region in March

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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 Centro Region

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

Temperature range in Centro Region (March)

Precipitation variation in Centro Region (March)

Peniche

In March Peniche generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
122 hours
175 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Fátima

In March Fátima generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
193 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Figueira da Foz

In March Figueira da Foz generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
193 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Tomar

In March Tomar 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 very good that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
193 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Covilhã

In March Covilhã 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 good that month.

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
89 mm (3.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Centro 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 Centro Region in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Coimbra 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Peniche 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Fátima 19°C (66°F) 9°C (48°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Figueira da Foz 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Tomar 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Covilhã 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)

Centro Region weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Centro Region, Portugal in March?

In March, Centro Region, Portugal generally has good weather conditions. Peniche sees daytime temperatures near 17°C (63°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Centro Region, Portugal in March?

In Peniche, the average daytime high in March is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Centro Region, Portugal get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Peniche averages just 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Centro Region, Portugal.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Centro Region, Portugal?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Peniche, March may not be the ideal time to visit Centro Region, Portugal.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August, September and October offering mostly excellent weather in Peniche. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April and December tend to be good.

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