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Lao Cai Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lao Cai, Vietnam in March.

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Are you planning a trip a to Lao Cai, Vietnam in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Lao Cai in March

Lao Cai, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. March in Lao Cai generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 24°C (75°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Sa Pa.

To explore the conditions in Lao Cai, Vietnam in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bắc Hà with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Sa Pa with 154 mm (6.1 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Sa Pa as an example - it receives around 157 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Lao Cai by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lao Cai — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sa Pa)

January19°C (66°F) February21°C (70°F) March24°C (75°F) April27°C (81°F) May29°C (84°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September28°C (82°F) October26°C (79°F) November23°C (73°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lao Cai in March

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

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 Lao Cai

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Lao Cai, Vietnam?

Temperature range in Lao Cai (March)

Precipitation variation in Lao Cai (March)

Sa Pa

In March Sa Pa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
157 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
188 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Sa Pa →

Bắc Hà

In March Bắc Hà generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
157 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Bắc Hà →

Lao Cai

In March Lao Cai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
157 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
153 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Lao Cai →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sa Pa 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 154 mm (6.1 in)
Bắc Hà 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Lao Cai 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)

Lao Cai weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lao Cai, Vietnam in March?

Expect pleasant weather across Lao Cai, Vietnam in March. The popular destination of Sa Pa averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Lao Cai, Vietnam in March?

Sa Pa averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 14°C (57°F).

Does Lao Cai, Vietnam get a lot of rain in March?

Sa Pa typically receives notable rainfall in March, about 154 mm (6.1 in) on average across Lao Cai, Vietnam.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Lao Cai, Vietnam?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Lao Cai, Vietnam with overall pleasant weather in Sa Pa. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in November offering mostly perfect weather in Sa Pa. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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