Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan Weather in March

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

Thinking about venturing to Kyrgyzstan 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 Kyrgyzstan in March

The weather in Kyrgyzstan in March can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Bosteri at 2°C (36°F) to mild in Osh at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Osh and -3°C (27°F) in Bosteri.

For a closer look at conditions across Kyrgyzstan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kochkorka with an average of 35 mm (1.4 in) to high snow/rainfall in Tash-Tyube with 116 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Bishkek typically sees 155 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Kyrgyzstan by month

Best Places to Visit in Kyrgyzstan in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kyrgyzstan.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Kyrgyzstan

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

Temperature range in Kyrgyzstan (March)

Precipitation variation in Kyrgyzstan (March)

Bishkek

In March Bishkek generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
129 hours
155 hours
196 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Karakol

In March Karakol generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -8°C (18°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-8°C (18°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Osh

In March Osh generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Cholpon-Ata

In March Cholpon-Ata generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
149 hours
194 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bosteri

In March Bosteri generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
149 hours
194 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bishkek 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Karakol 3°C (37°F) -8°C (18°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Osh 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Cholpon-Ata 2°C (36°F) -2°C (28°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Kaji-Say 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Naryn 4°C (39°F) -9°C (16°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)

Kyrgyzstan weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kyrgyzstan in March?

March in Kyrgyzstan brings poor weather. In Bishkek, daytime temperatures are typically around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in Kyrgyzstan in March?

Bishkek averages a daytime maximum of 10°C (50°F) in March, with overnight lows close to -1°C (30°F).

Does Kyrgyzstan get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Not particularly. Bishkek averages just 49 mm (1.9 in) of snow/rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Kyrgyzstan.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Kyrgyzstan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bishkek, March may not be the ideal time to visit Kyrgyzstan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Bishkek. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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