March weather forecast
Kyoto, Japan

englishespañol中文
Share
The Buddhist temple of Byodo-in in Kyoto, Japan
The Buddhist temple of Byodo-in in Kyoto, Japan

Weather in March

March represents a transition period towards warmer weather, with a high temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F) and a low of 2.4°C (36.3°F). Rainfall increases considerably to 60mm (2.36"), marking one of the wettest months of the year. While the snowfall days diminish to 2.5, the disappearance of snow signals the arrival of spring. With increasing sunshine hours and ultraviolet radiation, the grip of winter begins to lessen. The persistent cloud cover, however, continues to hover at 49%.

Temperature

In Kyoto, the average high-temperature in March slightly rises, from a chilly 7.3°C (45.1°F) in February, to a cool 11.3°C (52.3°F). In March, Kyoto reports a consistent average low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F) during the nights.

Humidity

In March, the average relative humidity in Kyoto is 77%.

Rainfall

In Kyoto, during March, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.8 rainfall days, and 843mm (33.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Kyoto. March is the last month it regularly snows in Kyoto. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Kyoto aggregates 20mm (0.79") of snow. In Kyoto, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.7 days and aggregates up to 209mm (8.23") of snow.

Daylight

In Kyoto, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of March, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:17 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.4h.

UV index

In Kyoto, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in March transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kyoto in March?

Kyoto in March has an average high-temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Kyoto?

In March, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in March in Kyoto?

In Kyoto, during March, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Kyoto?

March is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.5 snowfall days, in March, Kyoto aggregates 20mm (0.79") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Kyoto?

The average day length in March in Kyoto, Japan, is 11h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in March in Kyoto?

In March, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, in Kyoto, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:17 JST.

How long on average sun shines in March in Kyoto?

In March, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the UV index reading in March in Kyoto?

In Kyoto, Japan, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average temperature in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average high temperature in March: 11.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°C).

[Resources]

Average pressure in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average pressure in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average pressure in March: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.9mbar).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average wind speed in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average wind speed in March: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8km/h).

[Resources]

Average humidity in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average humidity in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average humidity in March: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, July and October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average rainfall in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average rainfall in March: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (147mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (32mm).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average rainfall days in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in March: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (12.4 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average snowfall in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average snowfall in March: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (96mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average snowfall days in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in March: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average sunshine days in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in March: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average UV index in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average cloud cover in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).

[Resources]

Average visibility in March
Kyoto, Japan

Average visibility in March - Kyoto, Japan
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and September (7km).

[Resources]

Kyoto, Japan

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location