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Atami Weather in March
March in Atami brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 183 mm (7.2 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.
Rainfall in Atami in March
As part of the rainy season, Atami sees around 17 days of rain in March, with an average of 183 mm (7.2 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Atami in March
Expect highs of 13°C (55°F) in Atami in March, with nights dropping to around 6°C (43°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 6°C (43°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.March in Atami has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Atami Temperature in March
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
56%
Precipitation
183 mm (7.2 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
58% *
* Data from: Mount Fuji, Japan (42 KM, 26 Miles).
Atami Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Atami typically rise from around 12°C (54°F) at the start of March to approximately 15°C (59°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 7°C (45°F).
Average temperatures in March
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in March
Historical weather records for Atami in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Atami spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Atami historical weather extremes in March
Based on 50 years of weather observations in Atami between 1976 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest March day on record in Atami reached 26°C (79°F) (March 26, 2025).
- On March 8, 2025, Atami saw its coldest March day with temperatures maxing out at 5°C (41°F).
- The heaviest March precipitation occurred on March 9, 2018, when 92 mm (3.6 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places in Japan in March
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in March →
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Atami in March
The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Atami in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10
Atami 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Atami
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Popular in March
Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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