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Beijing Weather in March

Season: Winter
In short: transition from cold to warm, hardly rain or snow, windy

Temperature

In March, the temperature in Beijing is on an overall upward trend. Specifically, from the early month to the end of the month, the daily minimum rises from around 0℃ (32℉) to more than 10℃ (50℉), while the daily maximum rises from around 10℃ (50℉) to above 20℃ (68℉). In 2025, the maximum temperature in late March even reached 29℃ (84℉). Therefore, you may feel a little cold in the first half, but pleasantly warm in the second half.

The above just tells the general conditions. As March is the transitional period from the cold winter to the warm spring, Beijing’s weather is very changeable at this time and you may experience days with sharply rising or falling temperatures. Moreover, the temperature difference between the daytime and nighttime is huge, even at 15℃ (59℉) on some days. Therefore, when visiting Beijing this month, you are advised to always keep an eye on the weather forecast and wear clothes accordingly.

Precipitation

Due to the large span of temperature, both rain and snow are possible this month. However, you don’t have to worry about they will ruin your trip at all, because monthly precipitation is very low at about 8 mm on average scattering in about 3 days. The humidity is also low and you may feel the air is noticeably dry.

Forbidden City in Sunny but A Little Cold March

Daylight Hours/ Sunshine Hours

Daylight hours and sunshine hours are both getting longer in March, at around 12 and 8 hours respectively per day on average. The closing time of some scenic spots will be delayed, for example, from March 16 every year, the closing time of the Mutianyu Great Wall will be extended from 17:30 to 18:00. At the same time, however, the UV rays get stronger, and you may need to apply sunscreen when you go out during sunny and warm midday hours.

Wind

In March, the weather of Beijing will be windy because of the frequent meeting of cold and warm air. Combined with low precipitation and dry air, dust is easily blown up and Beijing may experience some dusty days.

Another thing worth noting is that the wind will blow pollen all over the place this month, and the Temple of Heaven, which has more than 30,000 cypress trees, is the hardest hit. The pollen of these cypress trees will then float in the air like smoke, and people with rhinitis are advised to avoid going there in late March, the pollen outbreak period.

Averages for Beijing Weather in March

Temperature: 6°C / 43°F

High Temperature: 12°C / 54°F

Low Temperature: 0°C / 32°F

Humidity: 46%

Rainfall: 8 mm

Rainy Days: 3 days

Sunrise: 06:00 ~ 06:48

Sunset: 18:06 ~ 18:37

Air Quality in March
Average AQI:136

Pros and Cons of Visiting Beijing in March

Pros:

1. With low precipitation, the climate of Beijing in March is sunny most of the time.

2. As the last winter month, it sees increasing temperature, and there are not very cold days in general.

3. March is the low season, which means that you won’t wait in line for a long time in most attractions or spend quite a lot on tickets and hotels.

Quiet Great Wall in March

Cons

1. The temperature is not stable.

2. March is one of the windiest months, with dusty weather sometimes.

3. There is a possibility that you will encounter haze days this month.

Packing List for Beijing Trip in March

Upper: In the first half of the month, the weather is still a bit cold, so you need to wear thin sweaters and wool sweaters as the inner layer. As for the outer layer, a 3-in-1 jacket with a detachable fleece lining may be a good choice due to the big temperature difference between day and night. In the second half of the month, a wool sweater or a cardigan plus a windbreaker will be adequate. However, it is still recommended that you prepare a 3-in-1 jacket for the morning and evening with lower temperature and in case the weather changes.

Bottom: You are advised to pack thick sweatpants or jeans. A pair of thermal pants is also recommended and you can choose to wear it or not according to the temperature.

Shoes: Warm sneakers or hiking shoes are good choices, which are comfortable for long periods of walking.

Accessories:

1. March is windy and sandy, and there will be pollen and catkin in the air, so you may need to wear masks, especially those with sensitive noses.

2. Lip balms and facial moisturizers are necessary in dry March.

What to Visit in Beijing in March

Travel Recommendation Rate:

Due to the changeable temperature and possible dusty weather, March is not a very favorable month to visit Beijing. However, the scenery of Beijing this month is not bad at all:

No matter where you go, you will see signs of the spring, which make the scenic spots more attractive, especially in late March. Examples include peach blossoms in the royal garden Summer Palace; snow-white apricot and magnolia blossoms under the red walls of the Forbidden City; tender green buds on trees in the Hutongs and along Houhai; and cherry blossoms on the slopes of the spectacular Badaling Great Wall…

Temple of Heaven

People Enjoying a Hutong Tour

Tips for Visiting Beijing in March

1. In March, most scenic spots in Beijing are still closed earlier than in the peak season, and you are advised to check the opening time in advance. In addition, when planning your Beijing trip in March 2026, try to allow sufficient time for each attraction to avoid a rushing trip.
2. Generally speaking, indoor venues are still heated until March 15th, so be aware of the large temperature difference between indoor and outdoor.

7-Day Beijing Weather Forecast

What is the temperature in Beijing in March?

High/Low Temperatures of Beijing in March

Air Quality of Beijing in March

Historical Beijing Weather in March

Mar	Temperature		Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
Mar	High	Low	Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
1	7.5°C / 45.5°F	-1.7°C / 28.9°F	06:48 / 18:06	29
2	7.2°C / 45°F	-3.8°C / 25.2°F	06:46 / 18:07	29
3	9.8°C / 49.6°F	-0.7°C / 30.7°F	06:45 / 18:08	22
4	12.4°C / 54.3°F	-3.3°C / 26.1°F	06:43 / 18:10	34
5	13.2°C / 55.8°F	2.3°C / 36.1°F	06:42 / 18:11	39
6	11.3°C / 52.3°F	5.8°C / 42.4°F	06:40 / 18:12	18
7	11°C / 51.8°F	2.2°C / 36°F	06:39 / 18:13	19
8	11.1°C / 52°F	3.1°C / 37.6°F	06:37 / 18:14	17
9	12.6°C / 54.7°F	-1.3°C / 29.7°F	06:35 / 18:15	18
10	16.6°C / 61.9°F	-0.5°C / 31.1°F	06:34 / 18:16	21
11	13.8°C / 56.8°F	1.9°C / 35.4°F	06:32 / 18:17	27
12	17.3°C / 63.1°F	3.5°C / 38.3°F	06:31 / 18:18	42
13	18.9°C / 66°F	5°C / 41°F	06:29 / 18:19	38
14	10.5°C / 50.9°F	5°C / 41°F	06:27 / 18:20	16
15	10.3°C / 50.5°F	1.1°C / 34°F	06:26 / 18:21	15
16	11.4°C / 52.5°F	-0.5°C / 31.1°F	06:24 / 18:22	20
17	17.3°C / 63.1°F	-0.1°C / 31.8°F	06:23 / 18:23	33
18	15.1°C / 59.2°F	5.3°C / 41.5°F	06:21 / 18:24	24
19	14.2°C / 57.6°F	2.1°C / 35.8°F	06:19 / 18:25	23
20	12°C / 53.6°F	4.7°C / 40.5°F	06:18 / 18:26	40
21	9.3°C / 48.7°F	1.8°C / 35.2°F	06:16 / 18:27	23
22	11.2°C / 52.2°F	-1.8°C / 28.8°F	06:15 / 18:28	12
23	12.6°C / 54.7°F	0.5°C / 32.9°F	06:13 / 18:29	18
24	12.4°C / 54.3°F	3.3°C / 37.9°F	06:11 / 18:30	12
25	15.1°C / 59.2°F	-0.3°C / 31.5°F	06:10 / 18:31	16
26	15.1°C / 59.2°F	2.3°C / 36.1°F	06:08 / 18:32	26
27	18.8°C / 65.8°F	3.5°C / 38.3°F	06:07 / 18:33	14
28	15°C / 59°F	4.6°C / 40.3°F	06:05 / 18:34	29
29	21.2°C / 70.2°F	1.7°C / 35.1°F	06:03 / 18:35	33
30	22.6°C / 72.7°F	4.8°C / 40.6°F	06:02 / 18:36	22
31	21.9°C / 71.4°F	7°C / 44.6°F	06:00 / 18:37	39

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- Last updated on May. 26, 2025 by Demi Li -