Matsumoto weather in March (Nagano, Japan)

Planning a trip to Matsumoto in March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In March, Matsumoto generally has low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -3°C.

Matsumoto in March usually receives heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 161 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of snow/rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 170 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Matsumoto. May and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, July, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Matsumoto, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 161 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 68% *  
SunshineSunshine 170 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nagano, Japan (50 KM, 31 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in March

Find out more about the weather in Japan 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 Matsumoto in March?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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