The month in detail
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Capri. Temperatures rise (14°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 26% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
March ranks 8 out of 12 months in Capri. Compared to February: +0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
15°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 38
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Capri is July (9.2/10), 4.8 pts higher than March.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Italy
🗣️LanguageItalian
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.22°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 26°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 39%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in March
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Location
Where is Capri ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ItalyTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.2 → 4.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
40.55°N · 14.24°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Capri?
July is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 24.0°C lows, 9.7h of sunshine and 5.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Capri get in July?
Capri averages 9.7 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Capri?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Capri in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 24.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Capri good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Capri scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 8.9/10.
When should you avoid Capri?
January is the most difficult month to visit Capri, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Capri in March?
In March, the sea averages 15°C in Capri: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Capri in March?
The average UV index reaches 5 in March in Capri (moderate), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.