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Visiting Palermo, Italy in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 50.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.0 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Palermo.

March has total rainfall of 4.3cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (60°F). March is too cold for swimming in Palermo for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Palermo in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.

Can you sunbathe in Palermo in March?

No, March is not a good time for sunbathing in Palermo.

March has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 50.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.0 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 4.3cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about March temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Palermo in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Palermo for any length of time, with the sea water at 16°C (60°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Palermo?

No, March is not a good time for a holiday in Palermo.

March has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 50.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.0 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 4.3cm (1.7inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 12.1 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Palermo. Sea temperatures are a cold 16°C (60°F). March is too cold for swimming in Palermo for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Palermo warm in March?

No, Palermo is a little too chilly for sunbathing in March.

The average maximum temperature in Palermo in March is 14°C (57°F). The average maximum temperature is 12°C (53°) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Palermo in March is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Palermo in March?

The average day light hours per day in Palermo in March are 11.9. The sunshine percentage is 50.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.0 hours of sunshine per day.

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Temperature in Palermo in March

The weather in March is warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into April. The average maximum temperature in Palermo in March is 14°C (57°F). The average maximum temperature is 12°C (53°F) in the previous month and 18°C (64°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Palermo in March is 11°C (52°F). The average temperature is 9°C (48°F) in the previous month and 14°C (58°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Palermo in March is 8°C (47°F). The minimum temperature is 7°C (44°F) in the previous month and 11°C (51°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Palermo in March

The days in March are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into April. March has slightly more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise quickly into April. During March the average day light hours are 11.9 per day in Palermo. The sunshine percentage is 50.5% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.0 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Palermo in March is typically 5.5 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Palermo in March

The average sea water temperature in Palermo in March is 15.6°C (60.1°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Rainfall in Palermo in March

March weather is slightly wetter than the previous month. March has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop into April. The average total rainfall in Palermo in March is 4.3cm (1.7inches) and on average there are 12.1 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Palermo in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Palermo in March is 9°C (48°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 7°C (45°F) in the previous month and 11°C (11°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Palermo in March is typically 87.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 88.8% in the previous month and 84.2% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Palermo in March is typically 70.6%. The average relative humidity is 72.4% in the previous month and 64.7% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Palermo in March

The average maximum wind speed in Palermo in March is typically 25KM/H (15MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 26KM/H (16MPH) in the previous month and 23KM/H (14MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Palermo in March is typically 13KM/H (8MPH). The average wind speed is 14KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 12KM/H (7MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Palermo in March is from the West-Northwest.

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