Puglia · SpringMonth summary
Puglia weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
7°C – 15°C
🌧 Rainy days
38% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.8/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Puglia in March?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Puglia in March is possible but June offers a score of 9.1/10 vs 6.8.
By trip type
Puglia in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in March
🎯 Quiet uncrowded beaches — ideal for coastal walks Spring marks the start of the good season in Puglia. Temperatures rise (15°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 38% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (9.1/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 4°C | 12°C | 34% | 2.5 | 7.9h | 5.1/10 |
| ⛅ February | 5°C | 14°C | 29% | 1.7 | 9.1h | 6.6/10 |
| ⛅ March | 7°C | 15°C | 38% | 2.5 | 10.1h | 6.8/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 9°C | 19°C | 32% | 1.8 | 11.8h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 13°C | 22°C | 34% | 2.3 | 12.7h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 19°C | 28°C | 26% | 1.6 | 13.9h | 9.1/10 |
| ☀️ July | 21°C | 32°C | 13% | 0.9 | 13.7h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ August | 21°C | 31°C | 19% | 1.0 | 12.2h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 18°C | 27°C | 25% | 1.8 | 11.0h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 13°C | 22°C | 23% | 1.5 | 9.4h | 7.8/10 |
| ⛅ November | 10°C | 17°C | 36% | 2.9 | 8.1h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ December | 6°C | 13°C | 29% | 1.8 | 7.9h | 5.7/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Puglia averages 15°C, 38% rainy days and 10.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.8/10.
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Comparison
March vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +13°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -12%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +3.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Puglia in March
Is March a good time to visit Puglia?
March is an acceptable time for Puglia (score 6.8/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider June (9.1/10) if possible.
What to do in Puglia in March?
With 15°C max and 10.1h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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