March · Yemen
Best time to visit Sanaa in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sanaa in March
Average temperature 18°C, 12 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 43% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
9.9/10
Ranked #1 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 18°C
- Rainfall
- 12 mm
- Humidity
- 43%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
March in Sanaa scores 9.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - the single best month of the year. Expect around 18°C, 12 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sanaa is Yemen's highland capital, famous for its UNESCO-listed old city, tower houses, markets, mosques, and distinctive geometric architecture.
March in Sanaa — the year's strongest window
March averages 18°C (64°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rain is a non-issue at 12 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 hours of daylight to work with.
On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Sanaa at 9.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Figure on peak pricing, with this is one of the busiest months here. 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 Sanaa in March?
- In March, Sanaa averages 18°C, 12 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.9/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Sanaa?
- March earns a 9.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sanaa in March?
- Expect about 12 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 43% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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