China Weather in March

March is the first month of spring in China. Spring is also a great time for traveling. At this time, it's still quite cold in the northern regions, while in the southern regions, flowers gradually start to bloom as spring warms up.

Is March a Good Time to Visit China

March marks the beginning of spring in China, but the temperatures have not yet stabilized. If you're traveling to China for a trip, it's still advisable to bring winter clothes.

March is a great time to travel in China. Firstly, it's the low season for tourism then. There aren't many people at major scenic spots, and it's easier to get tickets to popular attractions. For places like the Forbidden City, you might even get lucky and find cheap air tickets.

Secondly, the weather is gradually getting warmer. If you go to southern Chinese cities in late March, you don't need to take too many thick clothes and can travel with ease.

China Weather in March in Northern Regions

North China is very cold, and winter clothes are a must. Beidaihe Wetland is one of the World's Four Major Birdwatching Sites. Visiting in March allows you to see birds like gray geese and Eurasian curlews, and experience the magnificent spectacle of life migration.

What to Wear in the Northern Part of China

Upper Segments: Thermal underwear, fleece-lined sweatshirt, short down jacket

Lower Segments: Thermal underwear, sweatpants

Accessories: Gloves and a hat

China Weather in March in Eastern Regions

The weather in Fujian and Taiwan is cool, with autumn attire being the main choice for dressing. In contrast, Shanghai and its surrounding cities experience cold temperatures, making winter clothing essential.

At this time, the cherry blossoms in Shanghai's Gucun Park are in full bloom, creating a stunning sea of pink that looks particularly charming when paired with the winding pathways.

What to Wear in the Eastern Part of China

In Shanghai and its surrounding provinces, you'll need to wear thermal underwear, a sweatshirt, and a down jacket for your upper body. In Fujian and Taiwan, swap the down jacket for a vest instead, and stick with a pair of cotton-padded pants for your legs.

China Weather in March in the Northwest Regions

Northwest China is very cold. In Qinghai Province and Gansu Province, temperatures below zero degrees Celsius may still occur, so winter clothing is a must.

Visiting the Mogao Grottoes at this time offers discounted tickets and allows you to see more caves. Mogao Grottoes is one of China's four major grottoes, filled with numerous Buddhist art treasures.

What to Wear in the Northwest Part of China

Upper Segments: Thermal underwear, fleece jacket, short down jacket

Lower Segments: Thermal pants, cotton-padded trousers

Accessories: Gloves and a hat

China Weather in March in Central Regions

Central China is cold, and winter clothes are necessary. However, by late March, afternoons in Jiangxi, Hunan, and Hubei become cooler, and you can switch to autumn attire.

Climbing Mount Wudang this month, you'll see the red walls of Yuxu Palace contrast beautifully with the blooming white magnolias.

Amid the morning and evening bells from the Golden Summit, peach blossoms blanket the mountainside, making you feel like you've stepped into an ancient fairyland.

What to Wear in the Central Part of China

Upper Segments: Long-sleeved shirt, fleece jacket, down jacket, light outerwear

Lower Segments: Cotton-padded trousers or down-filled pants

Accessories: Gloves and a hat

China Weather in March in Southern Regions

The weather in southern China is warm and comfortable. However, in Guilin, it's chilly in the morning but becomes cooler in the noon.

At this time, the rape flowers by the Yulong River are in full bloom, creating a golden sea of flowers that looks stunning against the green mountains and clear waters.

You can drift along the river on a bamboo raft, or cycle or stroll along the riverbank, quietly enjoying this leisurely time.

What to Wear in the Southern Part of China

In Guangxi, you should wear a fleece hoodie and a cotton jacket for your upper body. When it gets warmer at noon or when you're in other cities, you can switch to a vest. For your lower body, bring both cotton-padded trousers and sports pants.

In Guangdong, you can wear a long-sleeved shirt and a light jacket for your upper body, and jeans or casual pants for your lower body. In Hainan, you can wear shorts and a short-sleeved shirt.

China Weather in March in the Southwest Regions

In high-altitude regions like Tibet, western Sichuan, and northern Yunnan, March is cold, even freezing, necessitating winter clothing. In contrast, Chongqing remains refreshingly cool at this time, making autumn attire perfectly suitable.

A visit to Yuanyang Rice Terraces during this season reveals terraces brimming with water, their ridges acting like mirrors that perfectly reflect the sea of clouds and morning glow. The scenery is truly breathtaking-a masterpiece of human and natural craftsmanship that defies description.

What to Wear in the Southwest Part of China

In Tibet, western Sichuan, and northern Yunnan, you'll need thermal underwear, a long-sleeved shirt, a down vest, and a short down jacket for your upper body, along with a pair of down-filled pants for your lower body. In Chongqing, a hooded sweatshirt paired with a vest and a pair of cotton-padded pants will suffice.

China Weather in Northeast Regions in March

The weather in Northeast China is freezing, and winter clothing should be the main choice for dressing. In March, when you go around Changbai Mountain Tianchi, you can still see thick snow.

The mountaintop is all white, creating a sharp contrast with the glaciers that are slowly melting. Skiing at this time feels even more comfortable, as the temperature is just right—not as cold as in winter. You can also soak in hot springs and take quiet hikes through the snowy valleys.

What to Wear in the Northeast Part of China

Upper Segments: thermal underwear, sweater, down vest, short down jacket

Lower Segments: thermal pants, cotton-padded trousers

Accessories: hat, gloves, and snow boots

Top Destinations in China in March

In March, you can take a cruise on the Three Gorges in Central China, get up close to giant pandas in Southwest China, and make terracotta warriors in Northwest China.

Chongqing

Setting off from Chaotianmen Pier in Chongqing, you can board a cruise ship and sail upstream along the Yangtze River. Along the way, you'll pass by the incredibly majestic Kuimen Gate of Qutang Gorge, the twelve peaks of Wuxia Gorge surrounded by clouds and mist, as well as the dangerous shoals and rapid currents of Xiling Gorge.

The cruise ship will also make stops at scenic spots like Fengdu Ghost City, Baidi City, and the Lesser Three Gorges.

How to Get to Chaotianmen Pier: Take Line 1, get off at Chaotianmen Station, and exit through Exit 2.

Chengdu

At the Dujiangyan Panda Base, those chubby giant pandas are extremely cute. Some are munching on bamboo shoots with big bites, while others are climbing up trees and having fun.

The baby pandas are rolling around and playing with each other in the nursery, looking so adorable that you can't help but love them. You can also prepare food for the pandas by yourself, clean their living areas, and watch the keepers take care of them up close.

How to Get to Dujiangyan Panda Base: Take a train from Chengdu West Station or Chengdu East Station to Qingchengshan Station. The journey takes 80 minutes, and a second-class seat costs CNY 23.

Then, take a taxi from Qingchengshan Station to the Panda Base, which takes about 20 minutes and costs CNY 20.

Xi'an

Go to Xi'an for a super in-depth Terracotta Warriors tour! At a place specially designed to protect cultural relics, you can actually touch the Terracotta Warriors left over from the Qin Dynasty, instantly bringing you closer to history.

You can also follow professional relic restoration masters and try a mini-restoration activity, getting hands-on experience. Finally, you can take your restored work home as a special souvenir!

How to Get to the Terracotta Warriors Museum: Take Line 9 and get off at Huaqing Pool Station. Exit through Exit C, then take Bus 602 and get off at the Terracotta Warriors Station.

You can find the timetable of the trains on China Train Booking.

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