Portugal Lisbon Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Lisbon is Good
March is Good for Lisbon.
March is early spring. Daytime 17°C, nighttime 10°C. Daylight extends rapidly after DST — sunset 20:00 by end of March.
Lisbon's jacaranda trees (purple flowering trees) prepare for the May-June bloom. Outdoor café season opens.
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Lisbon March Weather Stats
Avg High
17°C
Avg Low
10°C
Rainy Days
10
60mm total
Sunshine
6.9h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
Comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
15°C
Cool
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
11 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
16°C
Nighttime
9°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Daylight extending dramatically
- Outdoor café season opens
- Still moderate crowds
Cons
- Hotel rates rising weekly
- Variable spring weather
- Sea still cool
March Events & Festivals
- DST begins last Sunday March
- Hotel rates rising
- Spring jacaranda blossoms preparing
Lisbon in March — Full Picture
March is early spring. Daytime 17°C, nighttime 10°C. Daylight extends rapidly after DST — sunset 20:00 by end of March.
Lisbon's jacaranda trees (purple flowering trees) prepare for the May-June bloom. Outdoor café season opens.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Light jacket + sweater. Daylight extending. Waterproof footwear still essential.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current19.3°C
12°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27°C
17.7°C
1.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21.7°C
14°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
14.3°C
8.3°C
12.3/mo
Lisbon Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14° | 8° | 14d·110mm | 4.6h | 76% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 8° | 11d·80mm | 5.9h | 73% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 10° | 10d·60mm | 6.9h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 19° | 12° | 9d·60mm | 8.1h | 67% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 14° | 7d·45mm | 9.6h | 64% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 25° | 17° | 3d·16mm | 11h | 64% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 28° | 18° | 1d·4mm | 11.5h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 28° | 18° | 1d·6mm | 11h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 26° | 17° | 4d·25mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 22° | 14° | 8d·80mm | 6.6h | 71% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 11° | 12d·130mm | 5h | 78% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 14° | 9° | 12d·110mm | 4.6h | 77% | 2 | Moderate | Peak |
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Lisbon March Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Lisbon?
Lisbon in March is Good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Lisbon in March?
Lisbon March averages a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C.
Does it rain much in Lisbon in March?
Lisbon March averages 60mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Lisbon in March?
Light jacket + sweater. Daylight extending. Waterproof footwear still essential.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Lisbon in March?
Lisbon March sunrise is 06:30 and sunset is 20:00, with 13h 30m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Lisbon in March?
Lisbon March air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 11μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Lisbon in March?
In March, Lisbon is great for Belém + Alfama walking, Sintra Pena Palace, Tram 28 ride.
Is March peak season in Lisbon?
Lisbon March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.