Fuji Five Lakes Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan in March.

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Fujikawaguchiko Yamanakako Fujiyoshida Minobu

Planning a getaway to the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Fuji Five Lakes in March

The Fuji Five Lakes, Japan is a region in Japan. March in the Fuji Five Lakes generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) in Fujikawaguchiko.

For a closer look at conditions across the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high snow/rainfall in Fujikawaguchiko with an average of 158 mm (6.2 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Minobu with 197 mm (7.8 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Fuji Five Lakes in March

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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 the Fuji Five Lakes

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan?

Temperature range in the Fuji Five Lakes (March)

Precipitation variation in the Fuji Five Lakes (March)

Fujikawaguchiko

In March Fujikawaguchiko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
158 mm (6.2 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Fujikawaguchiko →

Yamanakako

In March Yamanakako generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
178 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Yamanakako →

Fujiyoshida

In March Fujiyoshida generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
160 mm (6.3 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Fujiyoshida →

Minobu

In March Minobu generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
177 hours
182 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
215 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Minobu →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Fuji Five Lakes, in Japan.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Fuji Five Lakes in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Fujikawaguchiko 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Yamanakako 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 172 mm (6.8 in)
Fujiyoshida 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Minobu 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 197 mm (7.8 in)

The Fuji Five Lakes weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan in March?

Expect poor weather across the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan in March. The popular destination of Fujikawaguchiko averages 11°C (52°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan in March?

Daytime temperatures in Fujikawaguchiko peak at roughly 11°C (52°F) in March, dropping to about -1°C (30°F) overnight.

Does the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan get a lot of snow/rain in March?

the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan sees substantial snow/rainfall in March. Fujikawaguchiko typically averages about 158 mm (6.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit the Fuji Five Lakes, Japan due to the typically poor weather in Fujikawaguchiko.

Generally speaking, May and August provide pleasant weather in Fujikawaguchiko. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, October and December tend to be poor.

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