Irkutsk weather in March (Irkutsk Region, Russia)

How is the weather in Irkutsk in March? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Irkutsk generally has very low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 1°C. But by evening, they drop to around -13°C. It is a very cold month, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm. It's always better to be prepared than to find oneself shivering in the cold.

Irkutsk in March usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 15 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

With around 210 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Irkutsk. June and July generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Irkutsk, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 25%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 15 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 210 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Russia in March

Find out more about the weather in Russia 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 Irkutsk in March?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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