Normal weather for Sicily in March
It's cool in March in Sicily with an average temperature of 14°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 17°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 9°C.
In March, there is an average of 56 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Sicily in March |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
14°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
17°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
12°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
56 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 9 days | |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Sicily with cool temperatures, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights close to 8°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature rises to around 14°C, with nights close to 8°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Sicily will be around 15°C, with nights close to 8°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Sicily is 15°C this month. This is probably too cold to swim without protective gear.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Temperature records for Sicily in March
With 24°C, Sicily hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 0°C to a high of 17°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Sicily, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Sicily
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Sicily, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 9 days of rain in Sicily.
Daily UV Index in March in Sicily
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Sicily, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Sicily Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Sicily, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Sicily Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Sicily, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in March for Sicily
Click on a specific day in March for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Sicily. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Sicily by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sicily. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
