Milan in March: a seasonal travel plan
Milan, Italy. In march, the average daytime high is 14.4 °C and the night-time low is 4.4 °C. Plan the main route in daylight and add an extra layer for early and late hours.
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Selected month: March
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Weather at a glance
- Daytime high
- 14.4 °C
- Nighttime low
- 4.4 °C
- Monthly precipitation
- 61.0 mm
- Days with at least 1 mm
- 7.8
- Daylight
- 11.9 h
2015–2024 averages. Daytime temperature is the average daily maximum; nighttime temperature is the average daily minimum.
Early, middle and late month
| Period | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Days with at least 1 mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days 1–10 | 12.2 | 2.9 | 3.1 |
| Days 11–20 | 14.7 | 4.6 | 2.0 |
| From day 21 | 16.2 | 5.6 | 2.7 |
What this month is like
Milan, Italy. In march, the average daytime high is 14.4 °C and the night-time low is 4.4 °C. Plan the main route in daylight and add an extra layer for early and late hours.
There are 7.8 wet days on average, with about 61.0 mm of precipitation. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
How to plan the day
Plan the main route in daylight and add an extra layer for early and late hours.
Average daylight is 11.9 hours, so put longer routes in the brighter part of the day.
What to pack
Pack a jacket or jumper, long trousers and closed shoes. Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag.
Precipitation and an alternative plan
There are several days with precipitation during the month. A light waterproof layer can help you continue your route outdoors.
What to pack
Pack a light jacket, a jumper, long trousers and comfortable closed shoes. The day-to-night temperature difference is noticeable, so dressing in layers is practical. A compact rain jacket takes little room in a day bag.
Compared with neighbouring months
Average daytime high: previous month — 11.0 °C, March — 14.4 °C, next month — 18.2 °C. Days with at least 1 mm of precipitation: 6.4, 7.8 and 9.4.
Things to do
Milan reads in rings: the Duomo and the galleria at the centre, Brera with its galleries and antique dealers, the Navigli canals to the south. The metro connects them quickly, so a hotel near a station saves long walks, and evenings belong to the water.
Duomo and the galleria
The cathedral and its roof terraces stand beside the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II on Piazza del Duomo. Climb to the terraces by stair or lift, then walk through the galleria to La Scala.
Castello Sforzesco and Brera
The castle, its museums and Parco Sempione close the western edge of the centre, with Brera next door. See the castle halls, rest in the park and finish at the Pinacoteca di Brera.
The Navigli
The Naviglio Grande and Naviglio Pavese come alive in the evening when the aperitivo bars open. Follow the water from bridge to bridge and choose a table where the drink comes with snacks.
Where to stay
Centre and Duomo
The centre puts the cathedral, the galleria, La Scala and the metro within a few steps. Streets are busy by day and empty quickly after dark.
Brera
Brera suits anyone drawn to galleries, antique shops and quiet lanes. Rooms cost more, but the castle and the park are ten minutes on foot.
Navigli
The Navigli draw people to canal-side bars and long evenings. It stays crowded and loud into the night, and the centre is half an hour away on foot.
Getting to and around Milan
Malpensa connects to Cadorna station by the Malpensa Express in about fifty minutes. Linate sits closer, with metro line M4 running to San Babila. Metro, trams and buses cover the city, and the historic centre is small enough to cross on foot. Some low-cost flights land at Bergamo, an hour away by bus or train.
Three days in Milan
Duomo and La Scala
Begin on Piazza del Duomo, climb to the cathedral terraces and walk through the galleria to La Scala. After lunch take Castello Sforzesco and Parco Sempione.
Brera and the Navigli
Morning at the Pinacoteca di Brera, then a walk through the quarter and lunch in a trattoria. In the evening head down to the canals for aperitivo and stay by the water.
Porta Nuova and Isola
Walk from Garibaldi station to the towers of Porta Nuova and the Vertical Forest. Continue to the Monumental Cemetery, then eat in Isola.
Weather throughout the year
| Month | Daytime high, °C | Nighttime low, °C | Precipitation, mm | Days with at least 1 mm | Daylight, h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.1 | 0.6 | 51.7 | 6.7 | 9.1 |
| February | 11.0 | 2.4 | 69.0 | 6.4 | 10.4 |
| March | 14.4 | 4.4 | 61.0 | 7.8 | 11.9 |
| April | 18.2 | 7.8 | 70.7 | 9.4 | 13.5 |
| May | 21.8 | 12.3 | 137.9 | 17.8 | 14.9 |
| June | 26.9 | 17.3 | 100.0 | 12.6 | 15.6 |
| July | 29.9 | 19.9 | 76.7 | 10.7 | 15.3 |
| August | 29.6 | 19.6 | 77.0 | 11.6 | 14.1 |
| September | 25.1 | 15.1 | 81.3 | 10.6 | 12.6 |
| October | 19.9 | 11.0 | 118.9 | 10.7 | 11.0 |
| November | 13.2 | 5.5 | 98.9 | 10.0 | 9.6 |
| December | 8.7 | 1.9 | 61.5 | 7.1 | 8.8 |
Frequently asked questions
Milan: what is the temperature in March?
The average daytime high is 14.4 °C and the night-time low is 4.4 °C. Fit the main walking route into daylight hours; bring an extra layer for the evening.
How many days with precipitation are there in March?
On average, there are 7.8 days with at least 1 mm of precipitation; the monthly total is 61.0 mm. There are several days with precipitation during the month. A light waterproof layer can help you continue your route outdoors.
What should I pack for walks in March?
Pack a light jacket, a jumper, long trousers and comfortable closed shoes. The day-to-night temperature difference is noticeable, so dressing in layers is practical. A compact rain jacket takes little room in a day bag.
How does the weather change from the start to the end of the month?
Average daytime highs by part of the month: 1–10 — 12.2 °C; 11–20 — 14.7 °C; 21 to month-end — 16.2 °C.
How many daylight hours are there in March?
The average is 11.9 hours. Spread walks between the morning and afternoon, then leave the evening for dinner or indoor activities.
Is Milan worth visiting in March?
The climate suits a trip if daytime temperatures around 14.4 °C and nights around 4.4 °C work for you. Plan the main route in daylight and add an extra layer for early and late hours.
What can I do in Milan on a wet day in March?
Keep an indoor backup route and a compact rain jacket in your day bag. Keep a museum, market, café or another indoor route near your accommodation.
What should I pack for Milan in March?
Pack a jacket or jumper, long trousers and closed shoes. Average daylight is 11.9 hours.