Chongqing weather in March (Chongqing Area, China)

How is the weather in Chongqing in March? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In March, Chongqing typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 11°C.

Chongqing in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 80 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 12 days.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 65 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the better months to visit Chongqing. March, April, May, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, June, July, August and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chongqing climate page with graphs.

 

Chongqing, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 65 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 18%  

Where to go in China in March

Find out more about the weather in China in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Chongqing in March?

For visitors traveling to Chongqing, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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