Lisbon · Portugal
March
Spring opens up — more sun, more events, still very affordable.
Best match
#5 of 12 months
There are better months for Lisbon — see the full ranking below.
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High
16.6°C
Low
10°C
Rain
51mm
Sun
10.1hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How March scores in Lisbon
Weather
Good
Value
Excellent
Crowds
Excellent
Events
Good
Atmosphere
Excellent
What you gain in March
- ↑Jacaranda trees beginning to bud, city streets fresh and colourful
- ↑Hotels 35–45% cheaper than summer — good value with much better weather than winter
- ↑Comfortable daytime temperatures for walking the hills without sweating
What you sacrifice
- ↓Easter week (if it falls in March) brings a sudden spike in domestic tourism
- ↓Rainfall still possible — average 51mm across the month
- ↓Sea temperature too cold for swimming (14–15°C)
How March compares to June (best month)
| Factor | March | June ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 6 | 9 |
| Value | 8 | 4 |
| Crowds | 8 | 4 |
March in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Lisbon, not across destinations. Methodology →