Florence vs Rome

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Rome edges ahead as the better destination in March. Rome offers 10 hours of daily sunshine with only 9 rain days, while Florence sees 9 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.

Florence is on the cooler side at 14°C, requiring warmer clothing. Rome is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Rome is the stronger choice in March. Rome receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Florence reaches an average high of 14°C (57°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Rome averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.

Florence receives approximately 72 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Rome sees 75 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Rome the drier option by 1 rain day and 3 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.