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Visiting Sicily, Italy in March

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into April. March has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 52.8% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.3 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Sicily.

March has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 11.8 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). March is too cold for swimming in Sicily for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in March is slightly cooler than the previous month.

Consider visiting Sicily 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 Sicily in March?

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

March has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 52.8% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.3 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 11.8 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 Sicily in March?

No, March is too cold for swimming in Sicily for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (59°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about March sea temperatures.

Is March a good time to holiday in Sicily?

Probably not, March is not a good time for a holiday in Sicily.

March has average maximum temperatures of 15°C (59°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 52.8% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.3 hours of sunshine per day. March has total rainfall of 4.6cm (1.8inches) making it mostly dry but with short lived occasional showers. There are only 11.8 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 Sicily. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). March is too cold for swimming in Sicily for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the March temperatures and sunshine.

Is Sicily warm in March?

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

The average maximum temperature in Sicily in March is 15°C (59°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (56°) in the previous month and 19°C (65°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Sicily in March is 12°C (53°F). The average temperature is 11°C (51°F) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.

More info about the March temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Sicily in March?

The average day light hours per day in Sicily in March are 11.9. The sunshine percentage is 52.8% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

More about March sunshine.

Temperature in Sicily in March

The weather in March is marginally warmer than the previous month and temperatures continue to rise quickly into April. The average maximum temperature in Sicily in March is 15°C (59°F). The average maximum temperature is 13°C (56°F) in the previous month and 19°C (65°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Sicily in March is 12°C (53°F). The average temperature is 11°C (51°F) in the previous month and 15°C (59°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Sicily in March is 9°C (48°F). The minimum temperature is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 12°C (54°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Sicily 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 Sicily. The sunshine percentage is 52.8% making it quite sunny but with occasional periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.3 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Sicily 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 Sicily in March

The average sea water temperature in Sicily in March is 14.9°C (58.8°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 Sicily in March

March weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop into April. 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 Sicily in March is 4.6cm (1.8inches) and on average there are 11.8 rainy days in March making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Sicily in March

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Sicily in March is 10°C (49°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 8°C (46°F) in the previous month and 12°C (12°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Sicily in March is typically 86.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 85.3% in the previous month and 84.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Sicily in March is typically 70.7%. The average relative humidity is 69.4% in the previous month and 67.5% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Sicily in March

The average maximum wind speed in Sicily in March is typically 27KM/H (17MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 28KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 26KM/H (16MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Sicily in March is typically 15KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 16KM/H (10MPH) in the previous month and 13KM/H (8MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Sicily in March is from the West-Southwest.

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