Extremadura Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Extremadura, Spain in March.

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Cáceres Merida Hervás Trujillo

Planning a trip to Extremadura, Spain this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Extremadura in March

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

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Tornavacas at 14°C (57°F) to pleasant in Badajoz at 20°C (68°F). At night it cools down to 8°C (46°F) in Badajoz and 3°C (37°F) in Tornavacas.

For a closer look at conditions across Extremadura, Spain, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Alange with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to high rainfall in Tornavacas with 110 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Cáceres enjoys about 234 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Extremadura 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 Extremadura

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Extremadura, Spain?

Temperature range in Extremadura (March)

Precipitation variation in Extremadura (March)

Cáceres

In March Cáceres 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
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
234 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Cáceres →

Merida

In March Merida generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
234 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Merida →

Hervás

In March Hervás generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Hervás →

Trujillo

In March Trujillo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
234 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Trujillo →

Plasencia

In March Plasencia generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
234 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Plasencia →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cáceres 19°C (66°F) 8°C (46°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Merida 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Hervás 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Trujillo 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Plasencia 18°C (64°F) 7°C (45°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Badajoz 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Extremadura weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Extremadura, Spain in March?

Extremadura, Spain typically experiences pleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Cáceres average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 8°C (46°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Extremadura, Spain in March?

In Cáceres, the average daytime high in March is 19°C (66°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Extremadura, Spain get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Cáceres averages just 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Extremadura, Spain.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Extremadura, Spain?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Extremadura, Spain with overall pleasant weather in Cáceres. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Extremadura, Spain is in April, May and October with generally perfect weather in Cáceres. On the other hand, the weather in July and August tend to be poor.

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