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Kyoto weather in March

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Kyoto March weather at a glance

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In March, Kyoto averages 7.7°C, with typical highs of 12.5°C and lows of 3.2°C. The historical average is 14 wet days and 74% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in March, it is 2.5°C warmer than Seoul, with 5 more wet days.

Kyoto March temperature & humidity

Average7.7°CHigh 12.5° / low 3.2°
Humidity74%
Wet days14 days44% of days
Day–night range9.3°

Kyoto March rain & wet days

Wet days14 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days44%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Kyoto in March

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

  • DaytimeLong sleeves and a light jacket · average high 12.5°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low 3.2°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Light jacket or cardiganLong-sleeve topsCompact umbrella
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Kyoto March sunrise & sunset times

2026 March · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th06:08
Sunset on the 15th18:04
Daylight duration11h 56m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-03-0106:2717:5211h 25m
2026-03-1506:0818:0411h 56m
2026-03-3105:4618:1712h 31m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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March weather by year

March 20246.9°13 wet days, 74% humidity
March 20258.4°14 wet days, 74% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

117°3°
215°8°3.3mm
311°4°18mm
46°3°11mm
510°6°9mm
69°4°
76°3°
810°1°
911°0°
1014°-1°
1110°6°5.3mm
1217°6°1.2mm
1316°7°
1416°4°
158°3°3.7mm
1610°6°11mm
178°3°1.3mm
1811°-1°4.8mm
197°-1°9.4mm
2010°-2°
2115°2°
2220°4°
2322°6°
2420°6°
2522°9°
2620°11°
2724°10°1mm
2818°8°19mm
2912°6°1.1mm
309°2°
3112°3°

Frequently asked questions

What is Kyoto weather like in March?

In March, Kyoto averages 7.7°C, with typical highs of 12.5°C and lows of 3.2°C. The historical average is 14 wet days and 74% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Kyoto in March?

There are about 14 wet days in March. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Kyoto in March?

Wear long sleeves with a light jacket or cardigan that is easy to remove during the day. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

What are the best months to visit Kyoto?

Recent weather data rates April, November among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Kyoto weather in March in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Kyoto in March?

On 2026-03-15, calculated sunrise is 06:08 and sunset is 18:04 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations