Inner Mongolia Weather in March

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

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Manzhouli Hohhot Hulunbuir Yakeshi

Thinking about venturing to Inner Mongolia, China this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Inner Mongolia in March

Inner Mongolia, China is a region in China. Inner Mongolia, China has a wide variety of climate types. During March, you can expect temperatures that range from very cold to cold and low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very cold in Yakeshi at -2°C (28°F) to cold in Wuhai at 11°C (52°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C (27°F) in Wuhai and -16°C (3°F) in Yakeshi. In numerous regions in China, March is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Wuhai with an average of 7.2 mm (0.3 in) to low snow/rainfall in Hohhot with 18 mm (0.7 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Inner Mongolia 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 Inner Mongolia

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

Temperature range in Inner Mongolia (March)

Precipitation variation in Inner Mongolia (March)

Manzhouli

In March Manzhouli generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C (9°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-11°C (12°F)
0°C (32°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-23°C (-9°F)
-13°C (9°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snowfall
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
8 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Manzhouli →

Hohhot

In March Hohhot generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
8°C (46°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-14°C (7°F)
-6°C (21°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
246 hours
269 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
8.4 mm (0.3 in)
18 mm (0.7 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Hohhot →

Hulunbuir

In March Hulunbuir generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C (30°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -15°C (5°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-1°C (30°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-25°C (-13°F)
-15°C (5°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
247 hours
253 hours
Monthly snowfall
7 mm (0.3 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Hulunbuir →

Yakeshi

In March Yakeshi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C (28°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -16°C (3°F) and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-2°C (28°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-26°C (-15°F)
-16°C (3°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
247 hours
253 hours
Monthly snowfall
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Yakeshi →

Baotou

In March Baotou generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
9°C (48°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-5°C (23°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Baotou →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Manzhouli 0°C (32°F) -13°C (9°F) 8 mm (0.3 in)
Hohhot 8°C (46°F) -6°C (21°F) 18 mm (0.7 in)
Hulunbuir -1°C (30°F) -15°C (5°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Yakeshi -2°C (28°F) -16°C (3°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Baotou 9°C (48°F) -5°C (23°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Chifeng 9°C (48°F) -5°C (23°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)

Inner Mongolia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Inner Mongolia, China in March?

March in Inner Mongolia, China brings poor weather. In Manzhouli, daytime temperatures are typically around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime lows hover near -13°C (9°F).

What is the average temperature in Inner Mongolia, China in March?

Daytime temperatures in Manzhouli peak at roughly 0°C (32°F) in March, dropping to about -13°C (9°F) overnight.

Does Inner Mongolia, China get a lot of snow in March?

Not particularly. Manzhouli averages just 8 mm (0.3 in) of snow in March, making it a mostly dry month for Inner Mongolia, China.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Inner Mongolia, China?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Manzhouli, March may not be the ideal time to visit Inner Mongolia, China.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Manzhouli. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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