Moscow weather in March (Moscow region, Russia)

Can you expect sunny skies in Moscow in March? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

During March, Moscow usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 3°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to -5°C. Expect very cold weather this month, so bundle up in warm clothing. It's essential to be ready for the chill.

Precipitation

Moscow in March usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 39 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Past climate data indicates that roughly 14 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With about 128 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Moscow. May, June, July and August typically offer 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 Moscow climate page with graphs.

 

Moscow, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 39 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 75%  

Windspeed 18 km/h  

Sunshine 128 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 35%  

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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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