JapanAverage weather for Hokkaido in March
It's cold in March in Hokkaido with an average temperature of 5°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 1°C to a high of 10°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -7°C and 0°C.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Hokkaido with really cold temps, averaging around 3°C during the day and nights dipping to about -5°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 5°C, with nights around -3°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Hokkaido is around 8°C, while nighttime temps are about -1°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In March, there is an average of 63 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 47 cm falls as snow in March. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Hokkaido in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
5°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
10°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
1°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
63 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 10 days | |
 Total snowfall |
47 cm | 7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
14 days | 4 days | |
February
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Temperature records
With 16°C in 2023, Hokkaido reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -5°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -17°C to a highest value of 5°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Hokkaido
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Hokkaido, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in March in Hokkaido
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Daily Precipitation in March in Hokkaido
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Hokkaido, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in Hokkaido.
Daily Snowfall in March in Hokkaido
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in March in Hokkaido, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in March.
Daily UV index in March in Hokkaido
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Hokkaido, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Hokkaido over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Hokkaido, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in March in Hokkaido over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Hokkaido, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in March in Hokkaido per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in March in Hokkaido, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in March for Hokkaido
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Average weather in Hokkaido by month
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