March · North Korea
Best time to visit Kaesong in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kaesong in March
Average temperature 5°C, 52 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 67% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
7.6/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 67%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Kaesong scores 7.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 5°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kaesong is a historic North Korean city associated with the Koryo dynasty, old city walls, royal tombs, and the UNESCO-listed Historic Areas of Kaesong.
March in Kaesong: strong conditions, 2nd of 12
March averages 5°C (41°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rainfall runs 52 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12 hours of daylight.
It scores 7.6/10 here, 2nd of 12 months, against 8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a packable rain layer.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. 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 Kaesong in March?
- In March, Kaesong averages 5°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Kaesong?
- March earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kaesong in March?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 67% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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