Climate guide for Fukuoka, Japan

Fukuoka in March

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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March · Japan

Best time to visit Fukuoka in March Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Fukuoka in March

Average temperature 11°C, 141 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 73% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

March score

6.6/10

Ranked #6 of 12 months

Full year for Fukuoka
Avg temp
11°C
Rainfall
141 mm
Humidity
73%
Days with 6h+ sun
22
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

March in Fukuoka scores 6.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 11°C, 141 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Fukuoka is a harbour city of yatai food stalls, tonkotsu ramen, and quiet temples within reach of Dazaifu.

March in Fukuoka — workable with trade-offs

March averages 11°C (51°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.

Monthly rainfall reaches 141 mm — wet for this destination — but about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.

It scores 6.6/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 8.3/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.

Flexible dates? October scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Fukuoka in March?
In March, Fukuoka averages 11°C, 141 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.6/10.
Is March a good time to visit Fukuoka?
March earns a 6.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Fukuoka in March?
Expect about 141 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 73% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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