March · China
Best time to visit Xi'an in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Xi'an in March
Average temperature 12°C, 30 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 54% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.3/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 30 mm
- Humidity
- 54%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Xi'an scores 9.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 12°C, 30 mm of rain, and roughly 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
A Ming-era city wall rings Xi'an's old center, with the Terracotta Army an hour outside and Muslim Quarter food inside.
March ranks 3rd of 12 for Xi'an — one of the best windows
March averages 12°C (53°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Expect 30 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 daylight hours.
A 9.3/10 puts this among the year's best months in Xi'an (3rd of 12); only April scores higher, at 9.4/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Plan for peak pricing, with 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 Xi'an in March?
- In March, Xi'an averages 12°C, 30 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Xi'an?
- March earns a 9.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Xi'an in March?
- Expect about 30 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 54% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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