Temperature in China in March

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across China this March.

China, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in March ranging from -4°C (25°F) in Yushu to 32°C (90°F) in Jinghong. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Jinghong and -17°C (1°F) in Yushu.

What is the temperature of the different cities in China in March?

To get a sense of March's typical temperatures in the key spots of China, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in China in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.

China temperatures in March: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in China in March?

Average daytime highs in China during March reach about 15°C (59°F) in Beijing.

How cold does it get at night in China in March?

Nighttime temperatures in Beijing typically drop to around 1°C (34°F) in March.

What is the warmest city in March in China?

Jinghong tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 15°C (59°F).

What is the coldest city in March in China?

According to our data, Yushu holds the title for the coldest city in China in March. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately -4°C (25°F) and drops to lows of about -17°C (1°F) during the night.

How much sun does China get in March?

Beijing usually sees around 231 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

What is the water temperature in March?

The water temperature averages approximately 12°C (54°F) in Wenzhou this month, so not the best month to swim.

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