Italy Bologna Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Bologna is high
Bologna Weather in March — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 14° / 4°
- Rainfall
- 55mm · 8 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Bologna in March averages a high of 14°C and low of 4°C with 55mm of rain over about 8 days. Early spring — around 14°C/4°C with a big day-night swing. Layers: a light coat or jacket, knitwear, and a cardigan for cooler mornings and evenings.
March is high for Bologna.
March in Bologna is the start of spring and a pleasant shoulder season. It averages 14°C/4°C with brighter, longer days and the fog easing off.
The city feels livelier as outdoor café and aperitivo life returns to the squares and the Quadrilatero. Temperatures are comfortable for walking the porticoes and even the uphill San Luca climb without summer heat.
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Bologna March Weather Stats
Avg High
14°C
Avg Low
4°C
Rainy Days
8
55mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
9 km/h
Gusts 18
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
27 μg/m³
PM10
46 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
13°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
9 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Mild, brightening shoulder season
- Lighter crowds than the spring peak
- Outdoor café and aperitivo life returns
- Good value before April fills up
Cons
- Big day-night temperature swing
- Occasional rain still
- Easter (some years) bumps prices briefly
- Evenings still cool
March Events & Festivals
- Spring shoulder season begins — milder, brighter days
- International Women's Day (Mar 8) — mimosa flowers everywhere
- Possible Easter (some years late March)
- Outdoor café life starts to return
Bologna in March — Full Picture
March in Bologna is the start of spring and a pleasant shoulder season. It averages 14°C/4°C with brighter, longer days and the fog easing off.
The city feels livelier as outdoor café and aperitivo life returns to the squares and the Quadrilatero. Temperatures are comfortable for walking the porticoes and even the uphill San Luca climb without summer heat.
It's still good value — prices are moderate and crowds far lighter than the spring peak, making it a smart time to visit before April fills up. International Women's Day (Mar 8) fills the city with mimosa blossoms.
If Easter falls in late March some years, expect a short bump in visitors and prices around the holiday, with some closures on Easter Monday (Pasquetta).
The day-night temperature swing is real, so dress in layers. Occasional rain still passes through, but the porticoes keep you covered. Overall a great-value, mild window for a food-and-walking trip.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Early spring — around 14°C/4°C with a big day-night swing. Layers: a light coat or jacket, knitwear, and a cardigan for cooler mornings and evenings.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current18.3°C
8°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
17.7°C
6.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20°C
10.7°C
9/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
7.3°C
0.7°C
7.3/mo
Bologna Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6° | 0° | 7d·45mm | 3h | 85% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 9° | 1° | 7d·45mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 4° | 8d·55mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 8° | 9d·65mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| 27° | 16° | 8d·55mm | 8h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 19° | 5d·40mm | 9h | 60% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 31° | 18° | 6d·50mm | 8.5h | 62% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| September (Best) | 27° | 15° | 8d·70mm | 7h | 68% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 20° | 11° | 9d·80mm | 5h | 75% | 4 | Busy | Peak |
| 13° | 6° | 10d·80mm | 3h | 82% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 7° | 1° | 8d·55mm | 2.5h | 85% | 1 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Bologna?
Bologna in March is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Bologna in March?
Bologna March averages a high of 14°C and a low of 4°C.
Does it rain much in Bologna in March?
Bologna March averages 55mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Bologna in March?
Early spring — around 14°C/4°C with a big day-night swing. Layers: a light coat or jacket, knitwear, and a cardigan for cooler mornings and evenings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Bologna in March?
Bologna March sunrise is 06:25 and sunset is 18:15, with 11h 50min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Bologna in March?
Bologna March air quality (AQI) averages 62, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 27μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Bologna in March?
In March, Bologna is great for Porticoes and the San Luca walk in mild weather, Aperitivo in the Quadrilatero, Day trips to Modena and Ferrara.
Is March peak season in Bologna?
Bologna March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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