March · Japan
Best time to visit Nagasaki in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nagasaki in March
Average temperature 11°C, 174 mm of rain, about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
5.2/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 11°C
- Rainfall
- 174 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 13
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Nagasaki scores 5.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 11°C, 174 mm of rain, and roughly 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nagasaki's harbour hills hold a unique history of trade, Christianity and the atomic bombing.
March in Nagasaki — workable with trade-offs
Expect 11°C (52°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
174 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.2/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 6.9/10 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, October is materially better in Nagasaki — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nagasaki in March?
- In March, Nagasaki averages 11°C, 174 mm of rain, and about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.2/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Nagasaki?
- 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 Nagasaki in March?
- Expect about 174 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 13 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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