2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Beijing in March

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

March is a good time to visit Beijing. Beijing has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 16°C, lows of 1°C, and approximately 5 rainy days per month.

Avg High

16°C

Avg Low

1°C

Rainy days

5days

Daylight

11.9h

Is March a good time to visit Beijing?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

6:28 AM

Sunset

6:21 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 4°C -6°C 2 Good
February 7°C -4°C 4 Good
March 16°C 1°C 5 Good
April 22°C 8°C 2 Excellent (best)
May 27°C 14°C 5 Excellent (best)
June 33°C 21°C 3 Good
July 31°C 21°C 11 Good
August 30°C 22°C 10 Good
September 26°C 16°C 7 Excellent (best)
October 19°C 7°C 1 Excellent (best)
November 11°C 1°C 3 Good
December 2°C -7°C 0 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for March

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is March a good time to visit Beijing? +

March is typically Good for visiting Beijing, with average highs of 16°C and around 5 rainy days.

What should I pack for Beijing in March? +

With highs of 16°C and lows of 1°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Beijing in March? +

Beijing typically sees around 5 rainy days in March.

How many hours of daylight are there in Beijing in March? +

In March, Beijing gets approximately 11.9 hours of daylight per day.

Is March peak season in Beijing? +

No, March is not peak season in Beijing. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Beijing? +

The best months to visit Beijing are April, May, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Shanghai)

Last Updated: January 2026

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