Monthly climate guide
Dali weather in March
March in Dali is typically mild, with average daytime highs around 20°C (68°F) and night-time lows near 6°C (43°F). The month usually brings about 19 mm of rain (very dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than February and 2°C cooler than April.
What stands out in March
- Seasonally, March counts as early spring in Dali.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 74% less rain than Dali's average.
- Afternoons and nights feel like different seasons, roughly 14°C apart.
- Dali is usually about 4°C warmer than Lijiang, 140 km away, in March.
Avg high
20°C
68°F
Avg low
6°C
43°F
Rainfall
19 mm
very dry
Humidity
59%
relative
Sky
40%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Dali weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C / 58°F | 1°C / 34°F | 29 mm | 70% | 27% |
| February | 17°C / 63°F | 3°C / 37°F | 18 mm | 62% | 30% |
| March | 20°C / 68°F | 6°C / 43°F | 19 mm | 59% | 40% |
| April | 22°C / 72°F | 9°C / 49°F | 38 mm | 60% | 55% |
| May | 26°C / 78°F | 12°C / 54°F | 51 mm | 62% | 61% |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 97 mm | 72% | 83% |
| July | 25°C / 76°F | 15°C / 60°F | 190 mm | 79% | 93% |
| August | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 59°F | 209 mm | 81% | 86% |
| September | 23°C / 73°F | 14°C / 57°F | 124 mm | 83% | 81% |
| October | 20°C / 69°F | 11°C / 51°F | 74 mm | 80% | 61% |
| November | 18°C / 64°F | 6°C / 43°F | 11 mm | 76% | 28% |
| December | 15°C / 59°F | 3°C / 37°F | 11 mm | 74% | 29% |
What to pack for March
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
Is March a good time to visit Dali?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Dali →Other China cities in March
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Dali in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Dali?
Yes. March is one of the best months for Dali, with highs around 20°C and about 19 mm of rain.
How warm is Dali in March?
Average highs are about 20°C (68°F) and average lows about 6°C (43°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Dali in March?
Dali typically gets around 19 mm of rain in March — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Dali (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.