March 17 is generally a great time to visit Palermo. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. Palermo is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Palermo
Currency
EUR
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Language
Italian
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Driving
Right side
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As of Sept 2021, Palermo has 4G from Ili...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.643
Palermo Weather Forecast for March 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.5°C. 17% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Palermo in March
Based on historical data for March 17, Palermo typically experiences temperatures between 9.8°C and 16.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Palermo
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
9.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
17%
Avg 0.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Palermo Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 25 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 38 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 63 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Italy
Flight Traffic
High
84/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~88
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Palermo
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:16
☀️ Noon
12:16
🌇 Sunset
18:16
⏱️ Daylight
11h 59m
Wind Speed
13 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
10.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Palermo
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Moderate seismic activity. Occasional tremors possible.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Palermo on March 17 averages 16.5°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 92/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Palermo Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Palermo Worth Visiting on March 17?
Planning a trip to Palermo on March 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.5°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 88 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Italy, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 15.7°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.87m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest March 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 19.7°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 7.3°C in 2016.