Best Places to Visit in March
March marks the transition from winter to spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Shoulder-season pricing opens up across the Mediterranean and Japan (cherry blossom season begins late in the month). It is still prime time for ski resorts and tropical escapes before the Easter rush.
Americas
17 destinations1Excellent2Excellent4Excellent5Excellent6Excellent7Excellent8Excellent11Excellent14Excellent15Excellent17Excellent21Excellent23Excellent24Excellent26Excellent28Excellent30Excellent
Santa MartaColombia
92°F2 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
SantiagoChile
91°F2 rain daysModerate crowdsBudget
CartagenaColombia
90°F4 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
TamarindoCosta Rica
99°F2 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
Guatemala CityGuatemala
92°F5 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
Antigua GuatemalaGuatemala
92°F5 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
AtacamaChile
86°F0 rain daysModerate crowdsBudget
SayulitaMexico
81°F2 rain daysBusyAbove avg
BarbadosBarbados
82°F5 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
CuracaoCuracao
82°F3 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
ValparaisoChile
69°F1 rain daysModerate crowdsBudget
MonteverdeCosta Rica
96°F6 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
GuadalajaraMexico
91°F2 rain daysBusyAbove avg
Puerto VallartaMexico
92°F3 rain daysBusyAbove avg
Cabo San LucasMexico
84°F0 rain daysBusyAbove avg
ArubaAruba
82°F4 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
Panama CityPanama
91°F7 rain daysModerate crowdsBelow avg
Asia
7 destinations10Excellent13Excellent16Excellent18Excellent19Excellent27Excellent29Excellent
UdaipurIndia
102°F1 rain daysBusyAbove avg
BaganMyanmar
96°F1 rain daysBusyAbove avg
Chiang MaiThailand
93°F2 rain daysBusyAbove avg
JaisalmerIndia
103°F2 rain daysBusyAbove avg
AgraIndia
104°F3 rain daysBusyAbove avg
VaranasiIndia
106°F3 rain daysBusyAbove avg
PaiThailand
93°F5 rain daysBusyAbove avg
Africa
2 destinationsMiddle East
1 destinationOceania
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I travel in March?
The top-rated destinations for March based on weather, crowds, and cost are Santa Marta, Santiago, Perth, Cartagena, and Tamarindo. These destinations score highest on our composite travel index, which weighs temperature comfort, dry weather, daylight hours, crowd levels, and cost.
What are the cheapest places to visit in March?
Among the top-ranked destinations, the most budget-friendly options in March are Santiago, Perth, Atacama. These destinations have below-average accommodation and travel costs during this period.
Where is warm in March?
The warmest highly-rated destinations in March include Varanasi (106°F), Agra (104°F), Aswan (103°F). Keep in mind that the best travel experience depends on more than temperature -- crowd levels, rainfall, and costs also matter.
Where can I avoid crowds in March?
For a quieter experience in March, consider Santiago, Perth, Atacama. These destinations have lower tourist volumes during this period while still offering favorable weather conditions.