March in Kyoto sees daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. With around 125 mm (4.9 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, May and October typically offer the best circumstances for Kyoto.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Kyoto typically rise from around 11°C (52°F) at the start of March to approximately 16°C (61°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 7°C (45°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kyoto spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Kyoto from 1976 through 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in March →
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).
Pack for changing conditions in Kyoto in March. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in March - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Naha
22°C (72°F) Tokyo
14°C (57°F) Osaka15°C (59°F) Kyoto14°C (57°F) Hakone
13°C (55°F) Hakuba5°C (41°F) Sapporo4°C (39°F) Niseko3°C (37°F) Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
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