Kyoto · SpringMonth summary
Kyoto weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
3°C – 13°C
🌧 Rainy days
36% of days
☀️ Sunshine
9.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
5.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
May (7.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Kyoto in March?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want the lowest prices and minimal crowds.
❌ No if: you're looking for summer weather — conditions don't support it.
Our take: Kyoto in March is possible but May offers a score of 7.6/10 vs 5.6.
By trip type
Kyoto in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in March
🎯 Cultural sites less crowded than peak season — more enjoyable visits Spring marks the start of the good season in Kyoto. Temperatures rise (13°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 36% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. May (7.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | -1°C | 8°C | 24% | 1.7 | 7.8h | 4.7/10 |
| 🌫️ February | -1°C | 9°C | 26% | 2.2 | 8.5h | 5.0/10 |
| ⛅ March | 3°C | 13°C | 36% | 3.7 | 9.7h | 5.6/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 8°C | 19°C | 36% | 5.1 | 10.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 13°C | 24°C | 39% | 6.0 | 10.8h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 18°C | 27°C | 47% | 8.1 | 9.8h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 23°C | 31°C | 55% | 8.3 | 11.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 24°C | 32°C | 42% | 5.9 | 11.9h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 21°C | 28°C | 49% | 6.4 | 9.8h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 13°C | 22°C | 37% | 6.2 | 9.1h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ November | 7°C | 16°C | 22% | 2.3 | 8.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌫️ December | 1°C | 10°C | 23% | 1.9 | 7.7h | 5.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In March, Kyoto averages 13°C, 36% rainy days and 9.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 5.6/10.
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Comparison
March vs May (best month)
The best month is May (score 7.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +11°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +3%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Kyoto in March
Is March a good time to visit Kyoto?
March is an acceptable time for Kyoto (score 5.6/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider May (7.6/10) if possible.
What's the weather like in Kyoto in March?
It's cool with 13°C daytime and 3°C at night. 9.7h of sunshine per day. Pack warm clothes and favour indoor visits.
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