Shanxi Weather in March

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

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Taiyuan Pingyao Datong Linfen

Thinking about venturing to Shanxi, China this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Shanxi in March

Shanxi, China is a region in China. The weather in Shanxi in March can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to mild and low precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Taihuai at 7°C (45°F) to mild in Yuncheng at 17°C (63°F). At night it cools down to 4°C (39°F) in Yuncheng and -5°C (23°F) in Taihuai.

To explore the conditions in Shanxi, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Datong with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to low snow/rainfall in Taihuai with 25 mm (1 in).

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Taiyuan sees around 203 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Shanxi 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 Shanxi

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

Temperature range in Shanxi (March)

Precipitation variation in Shanxi (March)

Taiyuan

In March Taiyuan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-1°C (30°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
175 hours
203 hours
228 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Taiyuan →

Pingyao

In March Pingyao generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Pingyao →

Datong

In March Datong generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
2°C (36°F)
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-12°C (10°F)
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Datong →

Linfen

In March Linfen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
17 mm (0.7 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
5 days
7 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Linfen →

Yuncheng

In March Yuncheng generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
17°C (63°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Yuncheng →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Shanxi, in China.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taiyuan 12°C (54°F) -1°C (30°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Pingyao 14°C (57°F) 0°C (32°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Datong 10°C (50°F) -4°C (25°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Linfen 15°C (59°F) 2°C (36°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Yuncheng 17°C (63°F) 4°C (39°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Yangquan 12°C (54°F) -1°C (30°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Shanxi weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

March in Shanxi, China brings tolerable weather. In Taiyuan, daytime temperatures are typically around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows hover near -1°C (30°F).

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

Taiyuan averages a daytime maximum of 12°C (54°F) in March, with overnight lows close to -1°C (30°F).

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

Not particularly. Taiyuan averages just 19 mm (0.7 in) of snow/rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Shanxi, China.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Shanxi, China?

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

On average, the best time to visit Shanxi, China is in May, June and September with generally perfect weather in Taiyuan. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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