Rome edges it in March. Rome averages 6–17°C with moderate crowds; Milan 3–14°C with low-moderate crowds.
By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026
Rome and Milan
The verdict for March
Spring arrives
+Spring arrives with increasingly pleasant temperatures and longer days.
–Easter can create a major increase in demand when it falls in March.
The city waking up — wisteria, outdoor tables, longer evenings.
Spring arriving, crowds building
+The city wakes up before the crowds arrive.
–Unpredictable weather; Easter can spike prices.
Spring is arriving but crowds haven't peaked. Weather improving. Good value still available if early March.
Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.
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