Nara Weather in March

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

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Sakurai Yoshino Asuka Kashiba

Considering a trip to Nara, Japan this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Nara in March

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Yoshino to 15°C (59°F) in Sango. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Sango and 2°C (36°F) in Yoshino.

For a closer look at conditions across Nara, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Sango with an average of 118 mm (4.6 in) to high rainfall in Yoshino with 143 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Sakurai typically sees 171 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Nara by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nara - and find the best time to visit. (based on Sakurai)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March13°C (55°F) April19°C (66°F) May24°C (75°F) June27°C (81°F) July31°C (88°F) This monthAugust32°C (90°F) September28°C (82°F) October22°C (72°F) November17°C (63°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nara in March

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

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 Nara

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

Temperature range in Nara (March)

Precipitation variation in Nara (March)

Sakurai

In March Sakurai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
171 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Sakurai →

Yoshino

In March Yoshino generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
171 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
154 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Yoshino →

Asuka

In March Asuka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
171 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Asuka →

Kashiba

In March Kashiba 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 mixed that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
171 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
very good
Climate in Kashiba →

Kashihara

In March Kashihara 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 mixed 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
140 hours
171 hours
188 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
128 mm (5 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
good
Climate in Kashihara →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sakurai 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Yoshino 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Asuka 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Kashiba 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Kashihara 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Sango 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)

Nara weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Nara, Japan brings less favorable weather. In Sakurai, daytime temperatures are typically around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Sakurai peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in March, dropping to about 2°C (36°F) overnight.

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

Sakurai typically receives notable rainfall in March, about 129 mm (5.1 in) on average across Nara, Japan.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Nara, Japan?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Nara, Japan with often less favorable weather in Sakurai.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May offering mostly very good weather in Sakurai. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and July tend to be less favorable.

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