Weather in March in Sicily
Thinking about venturing to Sicily this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Sicily in March?
Sicily is a region in Italy. March in Sicily generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Randazzo at 14°C to pleasant in Buseto Superiore at 18°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Buseto Superiore and 6°C in Randazzo.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sicily, check out the map below.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lampedusa with an average of 35 mm to moderate rainfall in Torre Faro with 100 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 189 hours of sunlight anticipated in Palermo. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a more detailed look at Sicily's conditions throughout the year, check out our Sicily climate page.
Where to go in Sicily in March
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Italy, check out our Sicily's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Sicily?
Palermo
In March Palermo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Syracuse
In March Syracuse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Catania
In March Catania generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Trapani
In March Trapani generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Taormina
In March Taormina generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Sicily, in Italy.
Is March the best time to visit Sicily?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Palermo, March may not be the ideal time to visit Sicily.
Generally speaking, May, June, July, August, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Palermo. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be tolerable.
Interested in more climate information?
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