Niigata Prefecture Weather in March

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

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Myoko Niigata Shinano Sado

Planning a journey to Niigata Prefecture, Japan this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Niigata Prefecture in March

Niigata Prefecture, Japan is a region in Japan. March in Niigata Prefecture generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Yuzawa to 11°C (52°F) in Sanjo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Sanjo and -3°C (27°F) in Yuzawa.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Sado with an average of 107 mm (4.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Itoigawa with 203 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Myoko, you can expect around 170 hours of sunlight in March, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Niigata Prefecture by month

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

January3°C (37°F) February4°C (39°F) March7°C (45°F) April14°C (57°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August29°C (84°F) September25°C (77°F) October19°C (66°F) November13°C (55°F) December6°C (43°F)
Best Time to Visit Niigata Prefecture →

Best Places to Visit in Niigata Prefecture in March

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

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 Niigata Prefecture

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

Temperature range in Niigata Prefecture (March)

Precipitation variation in Niigata Prefecture (March)

Myoko

In March Myoko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
170 hours
198 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
197 mm (7.8 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Myoko →

Niigata

In March Niigata generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable 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 (34°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
139 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
142 mm (5.6 in)
126 mm (5 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
24 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Niigata →

Shinano

In March Shinano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
130 hours
170 hours
198 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Shinano →

Sado

In March Sado generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
139 hours
179 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
25 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
good
Climate in Sado →

Yuzawa

In March Yuzawa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and heavy monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
195 hours
199 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
182 mm (7.2 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
141 mm (5.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
22 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Yuzawa →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Myoko 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Niigata 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Shinano 7°C (45°F) -2°C (28°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Sado 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Yuzawa 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Minami Uonuma 8°C (46°F) -2°C (28°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)

Niigata Prefecture weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Niigata Prefecture, Japan in March?

March in Niigata Prefecture, Japan brings less favorable weather. In Myoko, daytime temperatures are typically around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

What is the average temperature in Niigata Prefecture, Japan in March?

Myoko averages a daytime maximum of 7°C (45°F) in March, with overnight lows close to -1°C (30°F).

Does Niigata Prefecture, Japan get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Expect plenty of snow/rainfall. Myoko records an average of 171 mm (6.7 in) in March, putting it among the wetter months for Niigata Prefecture, Japan.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Niigata Prefecture, Japan?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Niigata Prefecture, Japan due to the typically less favorable weather in Myoko.

Generally speaking, May provides very good weather in Myoko. The weather in January, February, March, July, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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