Moscow

Moscow region Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Moscow region, Russia in March.

Planning a getaway to Moscow region, Russia 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 Moscow region in March

Moscow region, Russia is a region in Russia. March in Moscow region generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) in Moscow. In many areas in Russia, March brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

For a closer look at conditions across Moscow region, Russia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 39 mm (1.5 in) in Moscow. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Moscow, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Moscow receives about 128 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 Moscow region in March

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

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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 Moscow region

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Moscow region, Russia?

Temperature range in Moscow region (March)

Precipitation variation in Moscow region (March)

Moscow

In March Moscow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
128 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Khimki

In March Khimki generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
128 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Krasnogorsk

In March Krasnogorsk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
128 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Sergiyev Posad

In March Sergiyev Posad generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-6°C (21°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
128 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Domodedovo

In March Domodedovo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
-2°C (28°F)
4°C (39°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-5°C (23°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
128 hours
170 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Moscow region, in Russia.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Moscow 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Khimki 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Krasnogorsk 3°C (37°F) -5°C (23°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Sergiyev Posad 3°C (37°F) -6°C (21°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Domodedovo 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Kolomna 4°C (39°F) -5°C (23°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)

Moscow region weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Moscow region, Russia in March?

Expect poor weather across Moscow region, Russia in March. The popular destination of Moscow averages 3°C (37°F) by day and -5°C (23°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Moscow region, Russia in March?

Average temperatures in Moscow region, Russia during March range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 3°C (37°F) in Moscow.

Does Moscow region, Russia get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Not particularly. Moscow averages just 39 mm (1.5 in) of snow/rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Moscow region, Russia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Moscow region, Russia?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Moscow region, Russia due to the typically poor weather in Moscow.

On average, the best time to visit Moscow region, Russia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Moscow. In contrast, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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