Kumamoto Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kumamoto, Japan in March.

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Kumamoto Minamioguni Aso Hitoyoshi

Planning a getaway to Kumamoto, 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 Kumamoto in March

Kumamoto, Japan is a region in Japan. March in Kumamoto generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Kumamoto.

For specific regional insights in Kumamoto, Japan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Minamioguni with an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) to high rainfall in Hitoyoshi with 154 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Kumamoto receives about 171 hours of sunlight in March, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Kumamoto in March

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

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 Kumamoto

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

Temperature range in Kumamoto (March)

Precipitation variation in Kumamoto (March)

Kumamoto

In March Kumamoto generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
171 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
144 mm (5.7 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Kumamoto →

Minamioguni

In March Minamioguni generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
171 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Minamioguni →

Aso

In March Aso generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
171 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Aso →

Hitoyoshi

In March Hitoyoshi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
171 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
189 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Hitoyoshi →

Minami Aso

In March Minami Aso generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
171 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
109 mm (4.3 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Minami Aso →

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kumamoto 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
Minamioguni 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)
Aso 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Hitoyoshi 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Minami Aso 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Yatsushiro 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)

Kumamoto weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kumamoto, Japan in March?

Expect unpleasant weather across Kumamoto, Japan in March. The popular destination of Kumamoto averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Kumamoto, Japan in March?

Average temperatures in Kumamoto, Japan during March range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Kumamoto.

Does Kumamoto, Japan get a lot of rain in March?

Kumamoto, Japan sees substantial rainfall in March. Kumamoto typically averages about 144 mm (5.7 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Kumamoto, Japan?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Kumamoto, Japan due to the typically unpleasant weather in Kumamoto.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in October offering mostly perfect weather in Kumamoto. In contrast, February, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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