March · Japan
Best time to visit Kyoto in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kyoto in March
Average temperature 8°C, 129 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
5.2/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 129 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Kyoto scores 5.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 8°C, 129 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kyoto reveals its quiet soul before the tour buses stir: temple bells drift through the air, moss gardens glisten, and lantern-lit lanes reward those who rise early and wander without rush.
March in Kyoto — workable with trade-offs
March averages 8°C (46°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
At 129 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 5.2/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 6.6/10 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.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kyoto in March?
- In March, Kyoto averages 8°C, 129 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.2/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Kyoto?
- March earns a 5.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kyoto in March?
- Expect about 129 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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