Tochigi Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tochigi, Japan in March.

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Nikko Nasushiobara Utsunomiya Sano

Planning a getaway to Tochigi, Japan this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tochigi in March

Tochigi, Japan is a region in Japan. March in Tochigi generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Nikko at 9°C (48°F) to mild in Mooka at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Mooka and -1°C (30°F) in Nikko.

For specific regional insights in Tochigi, Japan, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mooka with an average of 100 mm (3.9 in) to high rainfall in Nikko with 122 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Nikko gets approximately 195 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Tochigi in March

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

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 Tochigi

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

Temperature range in Tochigi (March)

Precipitation variation in Tochigi (March)

Nikko

In March Nikko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
195 hours
177 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Nikko →

Nasushiobara

In March Nasushiobara generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
195 hours
177 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Nasushiobara →

Utsunomiya

In March Utsunomiya generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
195 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Utsunomiya →

Sano

In March Sano generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
195 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Sano →

Ashikaga

In March Ashikaga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
195 hours
177 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Ashikaga →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nikko 9°C (48°F) -1°C (30°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Nasushiobara 10°C (50°F) -1°C (30°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Utsunomiya 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Sano 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Ashikaga 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Mooka 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Tochigi weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tochigi, Japan in March?

Expect poor weather across Tochigi, Japan in March. The popular destination of Nikko averages 9°C (48°F) by day and -1°C (30°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tochigi, Japan in March?

In Nikko, the average daytime high in March is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around -1°C (30°F).

Does Tochigi, Japan get a lot of snow/rain in March?

Tochigi, Japan sees substantial snow/rainfall in March. Nikko typically averages about 122 mm (4.8 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Tochigi, Japan?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Tochigi, Japan due to the typically poor weather in Nikko.

On average, the best time to visit Tochigi, Japan is in May with generally tolerable weather in Nikko. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, June, July, August, September, October and December tend to be poor.

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