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Thailand Weather in March

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

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Are you planning a trip a to Thailand in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Thailand in March

The weather in Thailand in March can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Chaweng Beach at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Mueang Kao at 39°C (102°F). At night it cools down to 25°C (77°F) in Mueang Kao and 27°C (81°F) in Chaweng Beach. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mae Hong Son with an average of 11 mm (0.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Ban Lao Kok Kho with 173 mm (6.8 in).

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Bangkok sees around 269 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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January33°C (91°F) February34°C (93°F) March35°C (95°F) April37°C (99°F) May36°C (97°F) June35°C (95°F) This monthJuly34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September34°C (93°F) October33°C (91°F) November34°C (93°F) December33°C (91°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Thailand in March

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

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 Thailand

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

Temperature range in Thailand (March)

Precipitation variation in Thailand (March)

Bangkok

In March Bangkok generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Monthly sun hours
250 hours
269 hours
257 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
50 mm (2 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Bangkok →

Chiang Mai

In March Chiang Mai generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
37°C (99°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
259 hours
295 hours
280 hours
Monthly rainfall
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Chiang Mai →

Patong Beach

In March Patong Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
210 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Patong Beach →

Hua Hin

In March Hua Hin generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
276 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Hua Hin →

Ao Nang Beach

In March Ao Nang Beach generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
215 hours
202 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ao Nang Beach →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Bangkok 35°C (95°F) 27°C (81°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Chiang Mai 37°C (99°F) 20°C (68°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Koh Samui 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Hua Hin 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Koh Chang 30°C (86°F) 27°C (81°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Chiang Rai 35°C (95°F) 19°C (66°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)

Thailand weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Thailand in March?

Expect poor weather across Thailand in March. The popular destination of Bangkok averages 35°C (95°F) by day and 27°C (81°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Thailand in March?

Bangkok averages a daytime maximum of 35°C (95°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 27°C (81°F).

Does Thailand get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Thailand. Bangkok averages only about 50 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Thailand?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Thailand with often unpleasant weather in Bangkok.

On average, the best time to visit Thailand is in January and December with generally tolerable weather in Bangkok. In contrast, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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