March is the beginning of the calendar and climatic spring in Italy. What weather conditions can you expect?
March weather in Italy
The lowest temperature marks are recorded in hilly areas. High quality snow continues to persist in Bormio. During the day, the air can warm up to + 2C, and at night it can cool down to -6C. In the Dolomites and Val d'Aosta, the ski season usually ends at the end of February. Daytime temperature can be + 15C, evening + 2C.
In Naples, in March, + 15 … + 17C is set during the day, and + 7C at night. The amount of precipitation is significantly reduced. In Sardinia and Sicily, daily temperature fluctuations are + 10 … + 17C. Sunny days are also ready to please tourists. The largest amount of precipitation falls on Genoa, where it can be + 14C during the day and + 5C in the evening.
Holidays and festivals in Italy in March
- In some years, the beginning of March is marked by the Venice Carnival and the Battle of the Oranges festival in Ivrea.
- At the end of March, Venice hosts the Up - Down Bridges Marathon.
- On the 19th, it is customary to celebrate the Feast of the Father and the Feast of St. Giuseppe.
- In March, Turin hosts the Chocolate Festival, which introduces many people to the peculiarities of the preparation of this delicacy.
- The "Night of the Templars" is held in Puglia. The holiday highlights the activities of one of the most mysterious military monastic orders.
- You can visit Trapani for the procession of the mysteries, which is known as the Processione del misteri di Trapani, which starts in the afternoon on Good Friday. The history of the procession goes back four centuries.
- Among the state events, International Women's Day (March 8) and Tree Day (March 21) deserve attention.
Prices for tours to Italy in March
In Venice, during the carnival and for a short period after it, there are high prices for hotel accommodation, meals in restaurants, and excursions. Prices are dropping soon. The cost of a tourist trip to Italy in March will be higher than in January and February.
