Qinghai Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Qinghai, China in March.

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Xining Golmud

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

What to Expect in Qinghai in March

Qinghai, China is a region in China. March in Qinghai generally has cold temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) in Xining.

For specific regional insights in Qinghai, China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Golmud with an average of 6.9 mm (0.3 in) to low snow/rainfall in Xining with 24 mm (0.9 in).

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Xining sees around 194 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Qinghai in March

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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 Qinghai

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Qinghai, China?

Temperature range in Qinghai (March)

Precipitation variation in Qinghai (March)

Xining

In March Xining generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-13°C (9°F)
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
194 hours
214 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Xining →

Golmud

In March Golmud generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-11°C (12°F)
-6°C (21°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
4.6 mm (0.2 in)
6.9 mm (0.3 in)
8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Golmud →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xining 9°C (48°F) -7°C (19°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Golmud 8°C (46°F) -6°C (21°F) 6.9 mm (0.3 in)

Qinghai weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Qinghai, China in March?

Qinghai, China typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Xining average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about -7°C (19°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Qinghai, China in March?

Average temperatures in Qinghai, China during March range from a nighttime low near -7°C (19°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in Xining.

Does Qinghai, China get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Qinghai, China during March, with Xining averaging close to 24 mm (0.9 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Qinghai, China?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Qinghai, China with often unpleasant weather in Xining.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June offering mostly perfect weather in Xining. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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