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China Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in China in March.

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Thinking about venturing to China this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in China in March

China has a wide variety of climate types. During March, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Yushu at -4°C (25°F) to very warm in Jinghong at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Jinghong and -17°C (1°F) in Yushu.

For specific regional insights in China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ruoqiang with an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Heping with 286 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Beijing enjoys about 231 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in China in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in China

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in China?

Temperature range in China (March)

Precipitation variation in China (March)

Beijing

In March Beijing generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
15°C (59°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
231 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
7.3 mm (0.3 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Beijing →

Shanghai

In March Shanghai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
117 hours
128 hours
151 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Shanghai →

Guangzhou

In March Guangzhou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
72 hours
61 hours
66 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Guangzhou →

Chengdu

In March Chengdu generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
84 hours
115 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
14 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Chengdu →

Xi'an

In March Xi'an generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
118 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Xi'an →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in China in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beijing 15°C (59°F) 1°C (34°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Shanghai 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Guangzhou 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Qingdao 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Lijiang 17°C (63°F) 3°C (37°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Sanya 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)

China weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in China in March?

March in China brings pleasant weather. In Beijing, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in China in March?

Daytime temperatures in Beijing peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in March, dropping to about 1°C (34°F) overnight.

Does China get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in China. Beijing averages only about 11 mm (0.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit China?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Beijing, March might be a good time to visit China. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, April, September and October provide perfect weather in Beijing. In contrast, January and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in China.

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