VietnamThe weather in March in Sapa
It's warm in March in Sapa with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 30°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 12°C and 16°C.
Looking for great weather? March is a good time to be in Sapa. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Sapa, Vietnam. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2023, Sapa reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 20°C.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 91 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Sapa
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Sapa. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Sapa | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 30°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 12°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 91 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Sapa with hot temps, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights around 13°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps rise to around 28°C, with nights around 15°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Sapa is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 14°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Sapa, Vietnam. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Sapa
Temperature in March in Sapa over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Sapa, Vietnam. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Sapa
Total precipitation in March in Sapa over the years
Daily UV index in March in Sapa
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Sapa, 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.
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Average weather in Sapa by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sapa. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.