Gansu Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gansu, China in March.

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Lanzhou Dunhuang Zhangye Jiayuguan

Planning a getaway to Gansu, China 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 Gansu in March

Gansu, China is a region in China. In March, Gansu experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Xiahe at 4°C (39°F) to mild in Dunhuang at 15°C (59°F). At night it cools down to -1°C (30°F) in Dunhuang and -11°C (12°F) in Xiahe.

To explore the conditions in Gansu, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no snow/rainfall in Dunhuang with an average of 3 mm (0.1 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Pingliang with 36 mm (1.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Lanzhou sees close to 196 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Gansu in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Gansu.

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 Gansu

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Gansu, China?

Temperature range in Gansu (March)

Precipitation variation in Gansu (March)

Lanzhou

In March Lanzhou generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
181 hours
196 hours
225 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Lanzhou →

Dunhuang

In March Dunhuang generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and almost no monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
15°C (59°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
255 hours
282 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
1.5 mm (0.1 in)
3 mm (0.1 in)
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Dunhuang →

Zhangye

In March Zhangye generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
5.2 mm (0.2 in)
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Zhangye →

Jiayuguan

In March Jiayuguan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
10°C (50°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-3°C (27°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
5.3 mm (0.2 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
9.4 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Jiayuguan →

Pingliang

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

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Pingliang →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gansu, in China.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gansu in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lanzhou 13°C (55°F) -1°C (30°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Dunhuang 15°C (59°F) -1°C (30°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Zhangye 11°C (52°F) -4°C (25°F) 9.4 mm (0.4 in)
Jiayuguan 10°C (50°F) -3°C (27°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Pingliang 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Xiahe 4°C (39°F) -11°C (12°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)

Gansu weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gansu, China in March?

Expect tolerable weather across Gansu, China in March. The popular destination of Lanzhou averages 13°C (55°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Gansu, China in March?

In Lanzhou, the average daytime high in March is 13°C (55°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

Does Gansu, China get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Not particularly. Lanzhou averages just 16 mm (0.6 in) of snow/rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Gansu, China.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Gansu, China?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Gansu, China with overall tolerable weather in Lanzhou. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Gansu, China is in April, May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Lanzhou. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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