Verdict: Good month
Nara Weather in March
March is mild-to-cool in Nara, topping out near 15°C (59°F) — comfortable with a layer on. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, March is a solid month to visit Nara.
Average high
15°C / 59°F
Average low
4°C / 39°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
130 mm
What to pack for Nara in March
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
March against the rest of the year
Warmest in Nara: Aug (32°C / 90°F) · Coolest: Jan (9°C / 48°F) · Wettest: Jul (~17 rain days)
9°
0°
Jan
10°
1°
Feb
15°
4°
Mar
19°
9°
Apr
23°
13°
May
27°
18°
Jun
30°
23°
Jul
32°
24°
Aug
29°
21°
Sep
22°
13°
Oct
17°
8°
Nov
11°
2°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)