Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Milan | Rome | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 12°C (54°F) | 15°C (59°F)▲ | Rome |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 0°C (32°F) | 6°C (43°F)▲ | Rome |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 4 days▲ | 9 days | Milan |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 50 mm▲ | 75 mm | Milan |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 4h/day | 10h/day▲ | Rome |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 15 km/h | Tie |
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 Milan sees 4 sunshine hours and 4 rain days.
Milan is on the cooler side at 12°C, requiring warmer clothing. Rome is also comfortable at 15°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Milan is the stronger choice in March. Rome receives 6 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Milan reaches an average high of 12°C (54°F) and drops to 0°C (32°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.
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 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Milan receives approximately 50 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Rome sees 75 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Milan the drier option by 5 rain days and 25 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 12°C, lows of 0°C, 4 rain days
Highs of 15°C, lows of 6°C, 9 rain days
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Milan | Rome | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 3d | 12°C | 9d |
| Feb | 7°C | 3d | 12°C | 9d |
| Mar | 12°C | 4d | 15°C | 9d |
| Apr | 18°C | 5d | 18°C | 11d |
| May | 22°C | 6d | 22°C | 9d |
| Jun | 23°C | 6d | 27°C | 5d |
| Jul | 22°C | 6d | 30°C | 4d |
| Aug | 18°C | 5d | 31°C | 4d |
| Sep | 12°C | 4d | 25°C | 9d |
| Oct | 7°C | 3d | 21°C | 11d |
| Nov | 3°C | 3d | 16°C | 12d |
| Dec | 1°C | 3d | 12°C | 11d |
Milan Weather in March
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