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Chongqing Weather in March

In March, the weather of Chongqing is getting warm with an average temperature of 11°C ~ 17°C (52°F ~ 63°F). Compared to previous months, the average night temperature rises and the temperature difference between day and night increases a little bit. Even though the average precipitation of this month is as low as 36mm, the average humidity reaches 76%, so the weather is not dry.

March is generally regarded as the beginning month of spring when everything comes back to life. The trees begin to sprout, the flowers begin to bloom, and men make spring outings to stretch themselves, all these make the city more energetic and colorful.

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Averages for Chongqing Weather in March

Temperature: 14°C / 57°F

High Temperature: 17°C / 63°F

Low Temperature: 11°C / 52°F

Humidity: 76%

Rainfall: 36 mm

Rainy Days: 12 days

Sunrise: 06:44 ~ 07:20

Sunset: 18:53 ~ 19:12

Air Quality in March
Average AQI:51

What to Wear in Chongqing in March

With the climate getting warmer, you can bring some thin clothes such as long-sleeve shirts, cotton and linen suits, thin coats, denim shirts and thin jeans. However, cotton wadded jackets, light sweaters and wind coats are necessary, for they can protect you from coldness at night.

Things to Do in Chongqing in March

March is a good time to have an outing and enjoy flowers. In early spring, peach flowers and pear flowers in Hufeng Mountain Scenic Area come into bloom, forming a delightful scenery. Apart from appreciating flowers, tourists can climb mountains, pick strawberries, and take a boat on Lotus Lake. Zouma Ancient Town is famous for peach flowers, and the Peach Flower Festival has been held there for more than ten years. The peach forest along the Jinma Lake, stretching for miles, is especially beautiful and spectacular. Chongkan Town in Tongnan District is the best place to appreciate rape flowers, where tens of thousands of acres of rape flowers are in full bloom. The Rape Flower Festival held in Tongnan attracts tourists from all over the world.

Wulong Karst National Geology Park

Dazu Rock Carvings

Rape Flowers

Three Gorges

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Other Tips

In March, it will sometimes rain in Chongqing, so you should take rain gear. Drink enough water and eat more fruit, especially after outdoor activities. As all kinds of flowers bloom and pollens spread in the air, if you have a pollen allergy, you should take anti-allergic medicine before going outside and keep your distance from flowers. Many streets in Chongqing are one-way, so you should pay attention to bus stop boards, just in case you go the wrong way.

What is the temperature in Chongqing in March?

High/Low Temperatures of Chongqing in March

Temperatures Graph of Chongqing in March

Air Quality of Chongqing in March

Historical Chongqing Weather in March

Mar	Temperature		Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
Mar	High	Low	Sunrise / Sunset	Humi- dity (%)
1	15.1°C / 59.2°F	9.3°C / 48.7°F	07:20 / 18:53	38
2	15.3°C / 59.5°F	9.4°C / 48.9°F	07:19 / 18:54	43
3	15.5°C / 59.9°F	9.5°C / 49.1°F	07:17 / 18:55	43
4	15.6°C / 49.6°F	9.7°C / 49.5°F	07:16 / 18:55	50
5	15.8°C / 60.4°F	9.8°C / 49.6°F	07:15 / 18:56	53
6	16°C / 60.8°F	9.9°C / 49.8°F	07:14 / 18:57	50
7	16.2°C / 61.2°F	10°C / 50°F	07:13 / 18:57	75
8	16.4°C / 61.5°F	10.1°C / 50.5°F	07:12 / 18:58	84
9	16.6°C / 61.9°F	10.3°C / 50.5°F	07:11 / 18:58	77
10	16.7°C / 62.1°F	10.4°C / 50.7°F	07:10 / 18:59	69
11	16.9°C / 62.4°F	10.5°C / 50.9°F	07:08 / 19:00	51
12	17.1°C / 62.8°F	10.7°C / 51.3°F	07:07 / 19:00	51
13	17.3°C / 63.1°F	10.8°C / 51.4°F	07:06 / 19:01	60
14	17.4°C / 63.3°F	10.9°C / 51.6°F	07:05 / 19:02	39
15	17.6°C / 63.7°F	11.1°C / 52°F	07:04 / 19:02	44
16	17.8°C / 64°F	11.2°C / 52.1°F	07:02 / 19:03	47
17	17.9°C / 64.2°F	11.4°C / 52.5°F	07:01 / 19:04	67
18	18.1°C / 64.6°F	11.5°C / 52.7°F	07:00 / 19:04	50
19	18.3°C / 64.9°F	11.7°C / 53.1°F	06:59 / 19:05	60
20	18.4°C / 65.1°F	11.8°C / 53.2°F	06:58 / 19:05	70
21	18.6°C / 65.5°F	12°C / 53.6°F	06:56 / 19:06	66
22	18.7 °C / 65.7°F	12.1°C / 53.8°F	06:55 / 19:07	79
23	18.9 °C / 66°F	12.2°C / 54°F	06:54 / 19:07	88
24	19°C / 66.2°F	12.4°C / 54.3°F	06:53 / 19:08	68
25	19.2°C / 66.6°F	12.5°C / 54.5°F	06:52 / 19:08	48
26	19.3°C / 66.7°F	12.7°C / 54.9°F	06:50 / 19:09	42
27	19.5°C / 67.1°F	12.8°C / 55°F	06:49 / 19:10	42
28	19.7°C / 67.5°F	13°C / 55.4°F	06:48 / 19:10	59
29	19.8°C / 67.6°F	13.1°C / 55.6°F	06:47 / 19:11	58
30	20°C / 68°F	13.3°C / 55.9°F	06:46 / 19:11	60
31	20.1°C / 68.1°F	13.4°C / 56.1°F	06:44 / 19:12	50

- Last updated on Jun. 27, 2019 -

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