Weather in March in Shikoku
Considering a trip to Shikoku this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Shikoku in March?
Shikoku is a region in Japan. March in Shikoku generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with high precipitation.
Temperatures
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Kōchi at 6°C to moderate in Matsuyama at 14°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C in Matsuyama and -3°C in Kōchi.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Takamatsu with an average of 107 mm to high rainfall in Kōchi with 139 mm.Average sunshine
The city Matsuyama usually sees around 168 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For specific regional insights in Shikoku for March, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Shikoku climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 3 most popular destinations in Shikoku?
Matsuyama
In March Matsuyama generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Takamatsu
In March Takamatsu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Kōchi
In March Kōchi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Shikoku?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Matsuyama, March may not be the ideal time to visit Shikoku.
On average, the best time to visit Shikoku is in May, October and November with generally pleasant weather in Matsuyama. In contrast, January, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.
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