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Otaru weather in March

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

Otaru March weather at a glance

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In March, Otaru averages 0.4°C, with typical highs of 3.1°C and lows of -2.9°C. The historical average is 18 wet days and 71% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in March, it is 4.8°C cooler than Seoul, with 9 more wet days.

Otaru March temperature & humidity

Average0.4°CHigh 3.1° / low -2.9°
Humidity71%
Wet days18 days58% of days
Day–night range6°

Otaru March rain & wet days

Wet days18 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days58%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Otaru in March

Pack a warm insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf. Rain is frequent at roughly 18 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

  • DaytimeWarm coat and layered tops · average high 3.1°C
  • Morning & eveningInsulating coat, scarf and gloves · average low -2.9°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Insulated coatThermal base layersGloves and scarfRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrella
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Otaru March sunrise & sunset times

2026 March · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th05:49
Sunset on the 15th17:42
Daylight duration11h 53m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-03-0106:1317:2411h 11m
2026-03-1505:4917:4211h 53m
2026-03-3105:2118:0112h 40m

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

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March weather by year

March 2024-0.4°16 wet days, 71% humidity
March 20251.2°20 wet days, 71% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

17°-1°
23°-4°
3-4°-6°1.2mm
4-2°-4°
54°-6°1.6mm
62°-1°9.5mm
70°-2°16mm
81°-7°
93°-4°8.3mm
106°-4°
118°0°
1210°2°
137°2°8.3mm
142°1°12mm
152°0°17mm
163°-3°3mm
171°-1°12mm
181°-7°1.1mm
193°-8°
205°-3°3.4mm
218°3°2.1mm
227°2°6.7mm
234°-1°1.2mm
249°-3°
258°0°1.3mm
264°-1°11mm
275°-3°1.2mm
286°2°2.5mm
293°-2°
302°-4°7.3mm
312°-4°

Frequently asked questions

What is Otaru weather like in March?

In March, Otaru averages 0.4°C, with typical highs of 3.1°C and lows of -2.9°C. The historical average is 18 wet days and 71% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Otaru in March?

There are about 18 wet days in March. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Otaru in March?

Pack a warm insulated coat, thermal layers, gloves and a scarf. Rain is frequent at roughly 18 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What are the best months to visit Otaru?

Recent weather data rates June, September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Otaru 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 Otaru in March?

On 2026-03-15, calculated sunrise is 05:49 and sunset is 17:42 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