Portugal Porto Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Porto is high
March is high for Porto.
Spring starts. Rain tapering. Easter prep festivities. Shoulder pricing.
Travel score
Porto March Weather Stats
Avg High
17°C
Avg Low
8°C
Rainy Days
11
90mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
13°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
16°C
Nighttime
7°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 17°C improving
- Daylight 12h
- Lower than peak prices
- Spring atmosphere
Cons
- Still 11 rainy days
- Atlantic chill
March Events & Festivals
- Easter prep (varies April)
Porto in March — Full Picture
Spring starts. Rain tapering. Easter prep festivities. Shoulder pricing.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Spring transition. Light coat + sweater.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current18.3°C
9.3°C
10.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24.7°C
14.3°C
4/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20.7°C
11.7°C
9.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
14.3°C
6.3°C
12.7/mo
Porto Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14° | 6° | 13d·150mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 6° | 12d·110mm | 5h | 78% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 17° | 8° | 11d·90mm | 6h | 75% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 9° | 11d·90mm | 7h | 73% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 20° | 11° | 9d·80mm | 8h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 23° | 13° | 6d·40mm | 9h | 70% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 25° | 15° | 3d·20mm | 10h | 70% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 26° | 15° | 3d·25mm | 9h | 70% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 24° | 14° | 6d·60mm | 8h | 73% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 21° | 12° | 11d·100mm | 6h | 78% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 9° | 12d·130mm | 4h | 80% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 7° | 13d·150mm | 4h | 80% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Porto March Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Porto?
Porto in March is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Porto in March?
Porto March averages a high of 17°C and a low of 8°C.
Does it rain much in Porto in March?
Porto March averages 90mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Porto in March?
Spring transition. Light coat + sweater.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Porto in March?
Porto March sunrise is 06:45 and sunset is 18:30, with 11h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Porto in March?
Porto March air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Porto in March?
In March, Porto is great for Cellars, Ribeira walks, Foz beach (chilly).
Is March peak season in Porto?
Porto March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
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.