Climate guide for Naoshima, Japan

Naoshima in March

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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March · Japan

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

Weather in Naoshima in March

Average temperature 10°C, 116 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

March score

6.1/10

Ranked #6 of 12 months

Full year for Naoshima
Avg temp
10°C
Rainfall
116 mm
Humidity
77%
Days with 6h+ sun
14
Crowd Density
Moderate Crowds
Average Expenses
$$ · Moderate Cost ($$)

March in Naoshima scores 6.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 10°C, 116 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Naoshima is the Seto Inland Sea art island of Yayoi Kusama pumpkins, Tadao Ando museums, and slow ferry rhythms. Best window: late spring through early autumn.

March in Naoshima — middling scores, decent value

March averages 10°C (49°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.

At 116 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.

It scores 6.1/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 7/10 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.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Naoshima in March?
In March, Naoshima averages 10°C, 116 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.1/10.
Is March a good time to visit Naoshima?
March earns a 6.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Naoshima in March?
Expect about 116 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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