March · China
Best time to visit Guangzhou in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Guangzhou in March
Average temperature 20°C, 130 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.5/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 130 mm
- Humidity
- 75%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Guangzhou scores 6.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 20°C, 130 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Guangzhou faces the Pearl River with a skyline of towers, colonial-era Shamian Island, and a serious dim sum culture.
March in Guangzhou — workable with trade-offs
March averages 20°C (68°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 130 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 6.5/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? December scores 3.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Guangzhou in March?
- In March, Guangzhou averages 20°C, 130 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.5/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Guangzhou?
- March earns a 6.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Guangzhou in March?
- Expect about 130 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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