Early spring · Weather & things to do
Asheville in March
Asheville warms up: highs climb to 56°F (14°C), from 48°F in February, with lows of 36°F (2°C) and about 4.1 in (105 mm) of rain.
It scores 69/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 56°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 36°F (2°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (105 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 44 min
- Comfort score
- 69/100 · Good
What March feels like
Highs near 56°F (14°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 36°F (2°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.1 in (105 mm).
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April & May and September & October).
- Comfort improves from 55/100 in February to 69/100.
- Our Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive recommends May – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
- Our Asheville, Blowing Rock & Boone route is planned for Late Nov – Dec, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 36°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Asheville in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
12 Bones Smokehouse
Barbecue joint in the River Arts District, lunch only.
Why now March scores 69/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
National Gingerbread House Competition
Hundreds of gingerbread houses from bakers across the country, displayed through the Omni Grove Park Inn each holiday season.
Why now Highs near 56°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mount Pisgah
1.6-mile hike to a summit with a broadcast tower and wide views.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Winter Lights
Walking trail of lit gardens and light displays at the North Carolina Arboretum, just off the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Biltmore Estate
Vanderbilt mansion with gardens, winery and miles of grounds.
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. Mills River
Big brewery with tours, a taproom restaurant and lawn music.
Nearby in March
- Cherokee in March~44 mi · highs 57°F, 4.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Blowing Rock in March~62 mi · highs 51°F, 3.8 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Townsend in March~68 mi · highs 61°F, 4.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Knoxville in March~81 mi · highs 60°F, 4.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Asheville in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Asheville?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 69/100 against a best of 87 in April & May and September & October. Expect highs of 56°F (14°C) and 4.1 in (105 mm) of rain. Our Blue Ridge Parkway Slow Drive recommends May – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Asheville in March?
Average highs are 56°F (14°C) and average lows 36°F (2°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Asheville in March?
Some: about 4.1 in (105 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 53.0 in (1347 mm).
What should I pack for Asheville in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 36°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Asheville in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.