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Maharashtra Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Maharashtra, India in March.

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

What to Expect in Maharashtra in March

Maharashtra, India is a region in India. March in Maharashtra generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between very warm in Alibaug at 30°C (86°F) to very hot in Chandrapur at 38°C (100°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Chandrapur and 24°C (75°F) in Alibaug. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Maharashtra, India, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Diveāgar with an average of 0.7 mm (0.03 in) to low rainfall in Amboli with 18 mm (0.7 in).

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Mumbai sees around 274 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Maharashtra in March

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

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 Maharashtra

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Maharashtra, India?

Temperature range in Maharashtra (March)

Precipitation variation in Maharashtra (March)

Mumbai

In March Mumbai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
274 hours
284 hours
Monthly rainfall
1 mm (0.04 in)
0.9 mm (0.04 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Mumbai →

Pune

In March Pune generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
35°C (95°F)
37°C (99°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
300 hours
304 hours
Monthly rainfall
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
3.9 mm (0.2 in)
9.8 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Pune →

Shirdi

In March Shirdi generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
36°C (97°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
1.2 mm (0.05 in)
4.1 mm (0.2 in)
3.1 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Shirdi →

Lonavala

In March Lonavala generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
35°C (95°F)
36°C (97°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
300 hours
304 hours
Monthly rainfall
2 mm (0.1 in)
2.9 mm (0.1 in)
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Lonavala →

Nagpur

In March Nagpur generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
37°C (99°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
268 hours
288 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
9.2 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nagpur →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Mumbai 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) 0.9 mm (0.04 in)
Pune 35°C (95°F) 19°C (66°F) 3.9 mm (0.2 in)
Shirdi 36°C (97°F) 20°C (68°F) 4.1 mm (0.2 in)
Lonavala 35°C (95°F) 20°C (68°F) 2.9 mm (0.1 in)
Nagpur 37°C (99°F) 22°C (72°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Kolhapur 36°C (97°F) 21°C (70°F) 6.5 mm (0.3 in)

Maharashtra weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Maharashtra, India in March?

Expect pleasant weather across Maharashtra, India in March. The popular destination of Mumbai averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Maharashtra, India in March?

Average temperatures in Maharashtra, India during March range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Mumbai.

Does Maharashtra, India get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Mumbai averages just 0.9 mm (0.04 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Maharashtra, India.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Maharashtra, India?

In our opinion, March is a good time to visit Maharashtra, India with overall perfect weather in Mumbai.

Generally speaking, January and February provide perfect weather in Mumbai. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Maharashtra.

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