March · China
Best time to visit Forbidden City in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Forbidden City in March
Average temperature 6°C, 10 mm of rain, about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 48% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.0/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 10 mm
- Humidity
- 48%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Forbidden City scores 8.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 6°C, 10 mm of rain, and roughly 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Vermilion courtyards run north from Meridian Gate along Beijing's central axis at the Forbidden City.
March in Forbidden City — reliably good (5th best month)
Expect 6°C (43°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
At just 10 mm for the month, rain will not shape your plans; you get about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight.
That is 8/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Forbidden City — 2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Forbidden City in March?
- In March, Forbidden City averages 6°C, 10 mm of rain, and about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.0/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Forbidden City?
- March earns a 8.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Forbidden City in March?
- Expect about 10 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 48% and there are about 16 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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