Wakayama Weather in March

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

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Shirahama Wakayama Koyasan Katsuura

Planning a trip to Wakayama, Japan this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Wakayama in March

Wakayama, Japan is a region in Japan. March in Wakayama generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Koyasan to 16°C (61°F) in Taiji. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Taiji and 3°C (37°F) in Koyasan.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Wakayama with an average of 131 mm (5.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Taiji with 183 mm (7.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Shirahama as an example - it receives around 175 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Wakayama by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Wakayama — and find the best time to visit. (based on Shirahama)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March15°C (59°F) April19°C (66°F) May22°C (72°F) June25°C (77°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September28°C (82°F) October23°C (73°F) November19°C (66°F) December14°C (57°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Wakayama in March

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

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 Wakayama

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

Temperature range in Wakayama (March)

Precipitation variation in Wakayama (March)

Shirahama

In March Shirahama generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
175 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
176 mm (6.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Shirahama →

Wakayama

In March Wakayama generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
175 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Wakayama →

Koyasan

In March Koyasan 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
9°C (48°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
134 hours
175 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
143 mm (5.6 in)
151 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Koyasan →

Katsuura

In March Katsuura generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
132 mm (5.2 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Katsuura →

Tanabe

In March Tanabe generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
134 hours
175 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
162 mm (6.4 in)
178 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shirahama 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Wakayama 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Koyasan 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)
Katsuura 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Tanabe 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 162 mm (6.4 in)
Hongu 14°C (57°F) 4°C (39°F) 177 mm (7 in)

Wakayama weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Wakayama, Japan in March. The popular destination of Shirahama averages 15°C (59°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Wakayama, Japan during March range from a nighttime low near 8°C (46°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Shirahama.

Does Wakayama, Japan get a lot of rain in March?

Yes. March brings heavy rainfall to Wakayama, Japan, with Shirahama averaging around 162 mm (6.4 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Wakayama, Japan?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Shirahama, March may not be the ideal time to visit Wakayama, Japan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May and November offering mostly tolerable weather in Shirahama. In contrast, January, February, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

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