Shiretoko National Park Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Shiretoko National Park, Japan in March.

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Shari Town Rausu

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

What to Expect in Shiretoko National Park in March

Shiretoko National Park, Japan is a region in Japan. March in Shiretoko National Park generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. March is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 1°C (34°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Shari Town. In many areas in Japan, March brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To explore the conditions in Shiretoko National Park, Japan in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 83 mm (3.3 in) in Shari Town.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Shari Town gets around 177 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 Shiretoko National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shiretoko National Park - and find the best time to visit. (based on Shari Town)

January-2°C (28°F) February-3°C (27°F) March1°C (34°F) April6°C (43°F) May11°C (52°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October14°C (57°F) November7°C (45°F) December1°C (34°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shiretoko National Park in March

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

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 Shiretoko National Park

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Shiretoko National Park, Japan?

Temperature range in Shiretoko National Park (March)

Precipitation variation in Shiretoko National Park (March)

Shari Town

In March Shari Town generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
-10°C (14°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
177 hours
178 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Shari Town →

Rausu

In March Rausu generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
-9°C (16°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
139 hours
177 hours
178 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Rausu →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Shiretoko National Park, in Japan.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Shiretoko National Park in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shari Town 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Rausu 1°C (34°F) -6°C (21°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)

Shiretoko National Park weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Shiretoko National Park, Japan in March?

Shiretoko National Park, Japan typically experiences less favorable weather in March, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Shari Town average around 1°C (34°F), and temperatures drop to about -6°C (21°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Shiretoko National Park, Japan in March?

In Shari Town, the average daytime high in March is 1°C (34°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -6°C (21°F).

Does Shiretoko National Park, Japan get a lot of snow/rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Shiretoko National Park, Japan. Shari Town averages only about 83 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Shiretoko National Park, Japan?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Shiretoko National Park, Japan with often less favorable weather in Shari Town.

On average, the best time to visit Shiretoko National Park, Japan is in August with generally very good weather in Shari Town. The weather in January, February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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