Miyagi Weather in March

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

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Sendai Osaki Matsushima Shiroishi

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

What to Expect in Miyagi in March

Miyagi, Japan is a region in Japan. March in Miyagi generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) in Sendai.

To explore the conditions in Miyagi, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ishinomaki with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Kesennuma with 98 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Sendai as an example - it receives around 181 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 Miyagi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Miyagi — and find the best time to visit. (based on Sendai)

January6°C (43°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly26°C (79°F) August28°C (82°F) September25°C (77°F) October20°C (68°F) November14°C (57°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Miyagi →

Best Places to Visit in Miyagi in March

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

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 Miyagi

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

Temperature range in Miyagi (March)

Precipitation variation in Miyagi (March)

Sendai

In March Sendai generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
181 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Sendai →

Osaki

In March Osaki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
181 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Osaki →

Matsushima

In March Matsushima generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
181 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Matsushima →

Shiroishi

In March Shiroishi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
181 hours
195 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
23 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Shiroishi →

Zao

In March Zao generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
181 hours
195 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Zao →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sendai 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Osaki 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Matsushima 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Shiroishi 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Zao 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Natori 10°C (50°F) 2°C (36°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)

Miyagi weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Miyagi, Japan typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Sendai average around 10°C (50°F), and temperatures drop to about 1°C (34°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Miyagi, Japan during March range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 10°C (50°F) in Sendai.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Miyagi, Japan during March, with Sendai averaging close to 94 mm (3.7 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Miyagi, Japan?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Miyagi, Japan with often poor weather in Sendai.

On average, the best time to visit Miyagi, Japan is in June, August and October with generally pleasant weather in Sendai. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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