March · China
Best time to visit Terracotta Army in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Terracotta Army in March
Average temperature 11°C, 36 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 61% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 36 mm
- Humidity
- 61%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Terracotta Army scores 8.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 11°C, 36 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Terracotta Army fills pits outside Xi'an with thousands of life-size clay soldiers made for China's first emperor.
March is one of the strongest months in Terracotta Army (2nd)
Expect 11°C (52°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 36 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Terracotta Army at 8.6/10 (2nd of 12), just behind April at 8.8/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Terracotta Army in March?
- In March, Terracotta Army averages 11°C, 36 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.6/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Terracotta Army?
- March earns a 8.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Terracotta Army in March?
- Expect about 36 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 61% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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