Pisa in March
Good time to visit
March gives you a taste of pleasant Tuscan weather without the summer crowds. It's hit or miss with rain, but when the sun shines, you'll remember why people love this region.
Weather
March marks the transition to spring with temperatures slowly climbing and longer daylight hours. Rain becomes less frequent but when it hits, it's often heavy downpours. Some days feel genuinely warm in the afternoon sun, others require a jacket.
16°C high7°C low6 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$100/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Festa di San Giuseppe (March 19)
- •Spring equinox celebrations
March Tips
- •Pack layers - morning walks along the city walls can be chilly while afternoon gelato feels perfect
- •Easter period brings higher prices and crowds even though it's technically still off-season
- •University of Pisa students return, bringing energy to the bars around Borgo Stretto
All Months
April through June gives you perfect weather without summer crowds. Temperatures hover around 20°C, and you can actually get decent photos of the tower without fighting hordes of tourists.
September and October are golden months. The summer heat breaks, but restaurants and attractions stay open. Plus, university students return, bringing energy back to the bars and cafes.
Skip July and August unless you enjoy sweating through 35°C heat while queuing for an hour to climb the tower. Crowds peak during these months, and many locals flee to the coast.
Winter works if you're chasing budget prices and don't mind gray skies. Hotels drop rates by 40%, but some restaurants close, and the tower climb gets cancelled in bad weather. December through February sees frequent rain.
Pisa Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
3/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
5/10
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