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Barnaul weather in March (Altaysky Kray, Russia)

Will it be warm or cold in Barnaul this March? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, March in Barnaul includes very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 1°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -11°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Barnaul in March usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. Enjoy the driest month with minimal rain interruptions. It's an excellent time for outdoor plans, from sports to festivals. Past climate data indicates that roughly 11 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 178 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Barnaul. May, June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Barnaul climate page with graphs.

 

Barnaul, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 30 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
SunshineSunshine 178 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in March

Find out more about the weather in Russia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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