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Russia Weather in March

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

Planning a getaway to Russia this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Russia in March

In March, Russia experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is very cold in Wrangel Island at -17°C (1°F) and mild in Belorechensk at 12°C (54°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Belorechensk and -23°C (-9°F) in Wrangel Island. In numerous regions in Russia, March is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Lake Baikal with an average of 6.9 mm (0.3 in) to high snowfall in Dombay with 147 mm (5.8 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Saint Petersburg, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Saint Petersburg typically sees 124 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 Russia by month

Best Places to Visit in Russia in March

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

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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 Russia

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

Temperature range in Russia (March)

Precipitation variation in Russia (March)

Saint Petersburg

In March Saint Petersburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
124 hours
180 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Moscow

In March Moscow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°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)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
128 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Adler

In March Adler generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
145 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Yekaterinburg

In March Yekaterinburg generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C (16°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-7°C (19°F)
1°C (34°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-16°C (3°F)
-9°C (16°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
94 hours
164 hours
206 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
23 mm (0.9 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Sochi

In March Sochi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
104 hours
147 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saint Petersburg 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Moscow 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Adler 11°C (52°F) 5°C (41°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Krasnodar 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Sevastopol 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Irkutsk 1°C (34°F) -13°C (9°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

Russia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Russia in March?

Russia typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Saint Petersburg average around 3°C (37°F), and temperatures drop to about -5°C (23°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Russia in March?

In Saint Petersburg, the average daytime high in March is 3°C (37°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -5°C (23°F).

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

Not particularly. Saint Petersburg averages just 42 mm (1.7 in) of snow/rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Russia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Russia?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Russia due to the typically poor weather in Saint Petersburg.

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Russia.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Russia? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Russia.

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