Osaka Weather in March

Season: Early Spring
In Short: Get pleasant as a whole with occasional temperature drops.

March is the beginning of spring in Osaka and the weather begins to get pleasant. The sky is mostly clear and sometimes during the day the temperature is nearly 20°C (68°F). But in general, the weather in March is pretty variable. Sometimes it may be warm for a few days and then getting cold again. To prevent getting cold in this changeable climate, warm clothes are needed without doubt. The oriental cherries bloom in mid-March and it is one of the best time to see them. If you have plans to see sakura in March 2025, then you can check our Japan Tours 2025 & 2026 to see if there is any meeting your needs.

Temperature

In summary, the temperature is gradually climbing up. The average temperature in this month is 10°C (50°F). But the difference between average high temperature and low temperature is large, which means a warm overcoat is necessary while traveling early in the morning or late at dusk.
Average High Temperature: 13°C / 55.4°F
Average Low Temperature: 7°C / 44.6°F

Rainfall

The average rainfall increases to 104mm and the rainy days are mainly in the mid-March. It has 10 rainy days, called long spring rain in Japan, and the humidity is 53%.
Average Rainy Days: 10 days
Average Humidity: 53%

Sunrise & Sunset

In March, the sun rises earlier than before, at about 06:09. It falls at about 18:05 and the duration of daylight is nearly 11.9h. The sunshine hours are basically in the afternoon. During the oriental cherry season, it is more advisable for you to travel in the sunny afternoon.
Daylight hours: 11.9h
Sunshine hours: 5h

Recommended Clothes to Wear in March

At the beginning of spring, the weather is warmer but not warm enough. Thick clothes are still needed while traveling in Osaka in March.

Girls

Tops: Girls can choose thermal shirt and wool sweater because they can greatly keep you warm. For overcoat, trench coat is perfect for this weather.
Bottoms & shoes: Winter pants and sweatpants are needed especially in early March. During the oriental cherry season, a pair of comfortable shoes are important while traveling to see the flowers. Sneakers are highly recommended.

Boys

Tops: A thin sweater inside with a thick overcoat or jacket outside can help boys adapt to the weather most of the time. For more choices, a windbreaker is also advisable.
Bottoms & shoes: Winter pants and sweatpants are good. A pair of hiking shoes are definitely needed to see the oriental cherries.

Accessories: It has some rainy days starting from mid-March so umbrella is important if you want to travel in Osaka during this period. For people who are allergic to pollen, masks are also needed.
Special Recommendation: During the oriental cherry season, it is advisable for you to wear the kimono, Japanese traditional clothing, to take photos under the trees. There are many kimono rental shops in Osaka so it is very convenient for visitors to experience the Japanese costumes.

Top Things to Do in Osaka in March

Travel Recommendation:

1. Osaka Castle

When talking about the popular places to appreciate the oriental cherry, called sakura in Japanese, the Osaka Castle must be the first place to recommend. It has 3,000 sakura trees and the most famous sakura viewing place in the park is the Nishinomaru Garden. After dark, the Nishinomaru Garden holds special lighting activity and visitors can appreciate the sakura under bright light.

Osaka Castle Park in March

Tip: For people who are allergic to pollen, please make sure you bring the mask while appreciating the sakura. What’s more, please don’t break the branches of the sakura trees.

2. Expo ’70 Commemorative Park

Visitors

The second recommended place to appreciate the sakura is the Expo’70 Commemorative Park. It has 9 kinds of sakura and more than 5,500 sakura trees in the park. What’s more, it has lighting activity after dark and atmosphere is pretty romantic. Except the sakura, the Expo’70 Commemorative Park is also known as the venue where Japan held the World Expo in 1970 and it has many amusements and cultural facilities. Opposite the park, the LaLaport EXPOCITY, which is the largest shopping mall in Japan. Visitors can fulfill their different shopping needs there after appreciating the sakura.

Tip: The distance between the main city of Osaka and the Expo’70 Commemorative Park is about 22km (13.7mi). If you plan to travel in the Expo’70 Commemorative Park, it is advisable for you to prepare at least 3 hours for the trip.

3. The March Tournament, Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium, Namba

As the birthplace of sumo, a form of wrestling, Japan holds a different sumo tournament every month. In March, the sumo tournament is held in Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium. The March tournament has the unique wrestling culture of Osaka and this is an unmissable event for fans of sumo. After watching the sumo competition, visitors can take a walk in the lively Namba's business districts nearby the Osaka Prefectural Gymnasium as the ending of the day.

Tip: In the March tournament, the battle between the bright younger generations, which is the most attractive part of the competition is from 15:30 to 18:00.

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