What March feels like in Lisbon
March is early spring in Lisbon. Daytime feels cool and fresh rather than cold. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Lisbon in March
It is a changeable month: rain comes about one day in 3, with dry spells in between. Each rainy day adds about 7.2 mm (0.3 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. Across the year Lisbon averages about 7.7 mm per rainy day, so March is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in March
Mid-month, Lisbon gets 11 h 53 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:50 am to sunset near 6:43 pm. Days are getting longer: 1 h 9 min more daylight than in mid-February. The sun is out for roughly 82% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How March compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, March comes out as the 4th coolest month in Lisbon. Against February, the average high is 1.7°C (3.1°F) higher, with about the same rain. The warm-up continues into April. April averages a high of 18.8°C (65.8°F).
Who March suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Lisbon in March
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Light Jacket
Cool days — a light jacket or sweater for walking around.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Lisbon in March?
Afternoons average 16.7°C (62.1°F) and nights about 10.5°C (50.9°F) — cool by most people's standards. It is the 4th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Lisbon in March?
Quite a lot — 64 mm spread over about 9 days.
What should I wear in Lisbon in March?
Pack rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is March or April better for visiting Lisbon?
April, clearly: it ranks #6 of 12 among Lisbon's months, against #9 for the other. April is warmer.