March · China
Best time to visit Nanjing in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nanjing in March
Average temperature 12°C, 100 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.7/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 100 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Nanjing scores 6.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 12°C, 100 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nanjing is a former Chinese capital on the Yangtze, known for Ming walls, plane trees and its memorials.
March in Nanjing — middling scores, decent value
Expect 12°C (53°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
100 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.7/10 on the same scale — 5th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Nanjing — 1.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nanjing in March?
- In March, Nanjing averages 12°C, 100 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Nanjing?
- March earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Nanjing in March?
- Expect about 100 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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