Shaanxi Weather in March

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

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Planning a journey to Shaanxi, China 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 Shaanxi in March

Shaanxi, China is a region in China. March in Shaanxi generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Baoji to 18°C (64°F) in Xi'an. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Xi'an and 2°C (36°F) in Baoji.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Shaanxi, China, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lintong with an average of 30 mm (1.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Shiquan with 52 mm (2 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Xi'an gets around 118 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Shaanxi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shaanxi - and find the best time to visit. (based on Xi'an)

January7°C (45°F) February12°C (54°F) March18°C (64°F) April24°C (75°F) May29°C (84°F) June33°C (91°F) July34°C (93°F) This monthAugust33°C (91°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November15°C (59°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shaanxi in March

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

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 Shaanxi

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

Temperature range in Shaanxi (March)

Precipitation variation in Shaanxi (March)

Xi'an

In March Xi'an generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
118 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
Climate in Xi'an →

Xianyang

In March Xianyang generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
118 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
very good
excellent
Climate in Xianyang →

Chang'an

In March Chang'an generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
118 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
28 mm (1.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
excellent
Climate in Chang'an →

Lintong

In March Lintong generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
18°C (64°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
97 hours
118 hours
143 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Lintong →

Baoji

In March Baoji generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
excellent
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xi'an 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Xianyang 18°C (64°F) 6°C (43°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Chang'an 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Lintong 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Baoji 14°C (57°F) 2°C (36°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Shiquan 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Shaanxi weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

In March, Shaanxi, China generally has very good weather conditions. Xi'an sees daytime temperatures near 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Xi'an peak at roughly 18°C (64°F) in March, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does Shaanxi, China get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Xi'an averages just 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Shaanxi, China.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Shaanxi, China?

Given the typically very good weather conditions in Xi'an, March might be a good time to visit Shaanxi, China. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Shaanxi, China is in April, May and October with generally excellent weather in Xi'an. The weather in July and August, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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