North Korea Weather in March

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

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Pyong Yang Wonsan Hyesan Haeju

Considering a trip to North Korea this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in North Korea in March

March in North Korea generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 2°C (36°F) in Hyesan to 11°C (52°F) in Pyong Yang. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -1°C (30°F) in Pyong Yang and -11°C (12°F) in Hyesan.

To explore the conditions in North Korea in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Pyong Yang with an average of 28 mm (1.1 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Wonsan with 45 mm (1.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Haeju enjoys about 214 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in North Korea 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 North Korea

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

Temperature range in North Korea (March)

Precipitation variation in North Korea (March)

Haeju

In March Haeju generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
185 hours
214 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Haeju →

Hyesan

In March Hyesan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -11°C (12°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-20°C (-4°F)
-11°C (12°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
27 mm (1.1 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Hyesan →

Pyong Yang

In March Pyong Yang generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
238 hours
250 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Pyong Yang →

Wonsan

In March Wonsan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
232 hours
235 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Wonsan →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pyong Yang 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Wonsan 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Hyesan 2°C (36°F) -11°C (12°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Haeju 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)

North Korea weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in North Korea in March?

In March, North Korea generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Haeju sees daytime temperatures near 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to roughly 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in North Korea in March?

Average temperatures in North Korea during March range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Haeju.

Does North Korea get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Haeju averages just 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for North Korea.

Is March a Good Time to Visit North Korea?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to North Korea with often unpleasant weather in Haeju.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May and October offering mostly perfect weather in Haeju. The weather in January, February and July, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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