March · Turkmenistan
Best time to visit Ashgabat in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ashgabat in March
Average temperature 10°C, 35 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 56% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
8.3/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
- Humidity
- 56%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Ashgabat scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 10°C, 35 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ashgabat's white marble buildings and golden statues rise from the Turkmen desert.
March in Ashgabat: strong conditions, 4th of 12
Expect 10°C (50°F) in March. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
With around 35 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 11.7 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 10/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Ashgabat — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ashgabat in March?
- In March, Ashgabat averages 10°C, 35 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Ashgabat?
- March earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ashgabat in March?
- Expect about 35 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 56% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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