Month summary
Chongqing weather in March
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
52°F – 66°F
🌧 Rainy days
46% of days
☀️ Sunshine
5.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
September (7.4/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Chongqing in March?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you want to explore the city on foot without suffering from heat.
❌ No if: you're looking for a beach destination — water and air are still cool.
Our take: Chongqing in March is possible but September offers a score of 7.4/10 vs 6.2.
By trip type
Chongqing in March by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Chongqing. Temperatures rise (19°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 46% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. September (7.4/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌫️ January | 43°F | 52°F | 32% | 0.0in | 1.8h | 4.0/10 |
| ⛅ February | 45°F | 57°F | 30% | 0.0in | 4.1h | 4.5/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 52°F | 66°F | 46% | 0.1in | 5.5h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 59°F | 73°F | 56% | 0.2in | 7.6h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ May | 66°F | 79°F | 55% | 0.2in | 8.1h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 72°F | 84°F | 54% | 0.2in | 7.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 77°F | 90°F | 48% | 0.3in | 10.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 79°F | 93°F | 39% | 0.1in | 11.5h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 72°F | 82°F | 51% | 0.2in | 7.7h | 7.4/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 61°F | 70°F | 55% | 0.2in | 3.0h | 5.7/10 |
| ⛅ November | 54°F | 64°F | 39% | 0.1in | 2.6h | 5.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 45°F | 54°F | 24% | 0.0in | 1.5h | 4.1/10 |
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, Chongqing averages 66°F, 46% rainy days and 5.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.2/10.
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Comparison
March vs September (best month)
The best month is September (score 7.4/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +9°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +5%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +2.2h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Chongqing in March
Is March a good time to visit Chongqing?
March is an acceptable time for Chongqing (score 6.2/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider September (7.4/10) if possible.
What to do in Chongqing in March?
With 66°F max and 5.5h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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