If you plan to visit Tokyo in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +13°C during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 158 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+13°C
Avg. max. temperature
-2°C
Min.
+25°C
Max.
158 mm
Total precipitation
58%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Tokyo has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Tokyo in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Tokyo for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +24°C during the day to a minimum of +4°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +17°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +18°C to +19°C.
Is Tokyo warm or cold in March?
Tokyo is typically mild in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +10°C to +13°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +3°C to +6°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Tokyo:
Water temperature in Tokyo in March
Water in Tokyo in March is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +15°C, with an average of +14°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +13°C.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Tokyo are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +14°C.
Can you swim in Tokyo in March?
We would not recommend swimming in Tokyo in March, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Tokyo in March
Tokyo weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+10°C
+13°C
+18°C
Min. temperature
-9°C
-2°C
0°C
Max. temperature
+24°C
+25°C
+29°C
Rainfall
75 mm
158 mm
164 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+14°C
+14°C
+16°C
Humidity
52%
58%
63%
Air pressure
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
7
5
5
Cloudy days
7
6
8
Rainy days
12
18
16
Snowy days
2
1
0
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +10°C to +13°C during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 75 mm to 158 mm.Humidity rises from 52% to 58%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in February to 5 in March.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Tokyo in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Tokyo is gradually decreasing during March, going from 8 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Tokyo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 48% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 314 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 62 mm, which is considered heavy rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Tokyo wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 233 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 32% chance of precipitation and 69 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in Tokyo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in March, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 0 mm.
March is one of the snowiest months in Tokyo.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in Tokyo?
This is the weather in Tokyo in March 2023:
1 March
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+18°C
2 March
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+18°C
3 March
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+12°C
4 March
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+17°C
5 March
🌧️
+13°C
6 March
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+14°C
7 March
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+19°C
8 March
☀️
+21°C
9 March
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+22°C
10 March
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+23°C
11 March
☀️
+21°C
12 March
☁️
+18°C
13 March
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+17°C
14 March
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+14°C
15 March
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+17°C
16 March
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+21°C
17 March
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+15°C
18 March
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+9°C
19 March
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+15°C
20 March
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+19°C
21 March
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+18°C
22 March
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+23°C
23 March
🌫️
+20°C
24 March
🌧️
+24°C
25 March
🌧️
+12°C
26 March
☁️
+13°C
27 March
☁️
+17°C
28 March
☁️
+13°C
29 March
🌧️
+17°C
30 March
☁️
+20°C
31 March
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+19°C
In March 2023 Tokyo had 13 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +24°C and a minimum of +9°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 33%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Tokyo climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Tokyo in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1984 (+18°C) and the highest in 2023 (+22°C). The driest year was 1984 with only 896 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 5634 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Tokyo in March:
Is March a good time to visit Tokyo?
It’s always a good time to visit Tokyo, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Tokyo in March?
March has mild temperatures in Tokyo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Tokyo in March?
Swimming in Tokyo in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Tokyo rainy in March?
Tokyo is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Tokyo in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Tokyo in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Tokyo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
