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Where to go in March: places for couples

8 places to consider in March as a couple, from southern Europe to northern cities and overseas. Each section names the station, period and source of the climate figures.

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How to choose a destination in March as a couple

March is a month of contrasts. The Canary Islands, Madeira and Seville are already mild, while Washington, D.C. and Kyoto are still cool. In the sources below, the mean daily maximum is 23.1 °C for southern Tenerife and 13.6 °C (converted from 56.5 °F) for Washington Reagan AP, so decide first whether you want warmth or city walking in cooler air.

Pick one or two places and compare them on the same terms: which service measured the figure, which station and which period. The normals are averages over many years, so a single week can differ. Sea temperature is not part of these sources, so check it separately if swimming matters.

Southern Tenerife

AEMET's Tenerife Sur Aeropuerto normals (1981-2010) list March with a mean daily maximum of 23.1 °C, a mean temperature of 19.3 °C, mean monthly precipitation of 15 mm and 1.9 days with at least 1 mm of rain.

A good fit for easy coastal walks and long lunches on a short flight. The southern resorts are built around the sea, so expect resort-style evenings rather than a historic old town. Editorial judgement.

Sources: Tenerife Sur Aeropuerto climate normals, 1981-2010

Madeira (Funchal)

IPMA's 1991-2020 normals for Funchal list March with a mean daily maximum (TX) of 20.6 °C, a mean temperature (TT) of 17.4 °C, 62.3 mm of precipitation and 5.8 days with at least 1 mm.

Madeira suits couples who want hillside walks, sea views and mild air more than guaranteed beach swimming. The figures are for Funchal on the coast and do not describe the mountains. Editorial judgement.

Sources: Funchal climate normals, 1991-2020

Seville

AEMET's Sevilla Aeropuerto normals (1981-2010) list March with a mean daily maximum of 21.9 °C, a mean temperature of 15.6 °C, mean monthly precipitation of 36 mm and 4.3 days with at least 1 mm of rain.

A city for slow wandering between courtyards, squares and long evenings out. Check the maximum against how much walking in the open you plan for the middle of the day. Editorial judgement.

Sources: Sevilla Aeropuerto climate normals, 1981-2010

Lisbon

IPMA's 1991-2020 normals for Lisboa / Gago Coutinho list March with a mean daily maximum (TX) of 18.4 °C, a mean temperature (TT) of 14.3 °C, 66.7 mm of precipitation and 7.2 days with at least 1 mm.

Hills, viewpoints and tram rides make Lisbon an easy city for couples who like to walk and stop often. Check the forecast for evenings, which can feel cooler than a daytime maximum suggests. Editorial judgement.

Sources: Lisboa / Gago Coutinho climate normals, 1991-2020

Algarve (Faro)

IPMA's 1991-2020 normals for Faro list March with a mean daily maximum (TX) of 18.9 °C, a mean temperature (TT) of 14.9 °C, 46.8 mm of precipitation and 5.6 days with at least 1 mm.

The Algarve works for couples who want a coast to walk along and the option of a quiet beach day. Faro is a low coastal station, so places inland or on the west coast can differ. Editorial judgement.

Sources: Faro climate normals, 1991-2020

Kyoto

The Japan Meteorological Agency's 1991-2020 normals for Kyoto list March with a mean daily maximum of 14.1 °C, a mean temperature of 8.8 °C, a mean daily minimum of 4.3 °C and 106.2 mm of precipitation for the month.

Kyoto suits couples who want temples, gardens and walks in a compact city. Its figures differ from those of Tokyo, so compare both if you plan to see both. Editorial judgement.

Sources: Kyoto climate normals 1991-2020 (annual and monthly values)

Washington, D.C.

NOAA's 1991-2020 normals for Washington Reagan AP list March with an average daily maximum of 56.5 °F (about 13.6 °C), an average temperature of 47.6 °F (about 8.7 °C) and 6.5 days with at least 0.1 inch (2.5 mm) of precipitation. The source reports Fahrenheit; the Celsius values in brackets are our conversion.

A city break built around museums, monuments and walks along the river and the Mall. Check opening hours and conditions of each museum before you plan a day around it. Editorial judgement.

Sources: Monthly climate normals 1991-2020, Washington Reagan AP

Los Angeles

NOAA's 1991-2020 normals for Los Angeles Intl AP list March with an average daily maximum of 66.1 °F (about 18.9 °C), an average temperature of 59.1 °F (about 15.1 °C) and 3.1 days with at least 0.1 inch (2.5 mm) of precipitation. The source reports Fahrenheit; the Celsius values in brackets are our conversion.

Los Angeles suits couples who want beaches, neighbourhoods and long drives in one trip. The airport station sits near the coast, so inland districts can be noticeably warmer. Editorial judgement.

Sources: Monthly climate normals 1991-2020, Los Angeles Intl AP

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