Early spring · Weather & things to do
Catalina Foothills in March
Catalina Foothills warms up: highs climb to 74°F (23°C), from 66°F in February, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain.
At 99/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 74°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (16 mm)
- Humidity
- 40%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What March feels like
Warm afternoons near 74°F (23°C) make long days outdoors easy.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (28°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 40% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (16 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 34%.
Plan around March
March is one of Catalina Foothills's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 74°F, up from 66°F in February.
- Comfort holds steady from February (97 → 99/100).
- Our Tucson New Year's Eve route is planned for Dec 30 – Jan 1, a window set by the holiday season rather than the weather — March falls outside it.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes74°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 46°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Catalina Foothills in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Tohono Chul
A desert botanical garden in the northwest Foothills with shaded walking paths, art galleries and a bistro.
Why now March scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Blue Willow
A long-running breakfast and lunch spot on Campbell Avenue with a shaded patio.
Why now Highs near 74°F and 0.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Sabino Canyon
A desert canyon with a year-round creek, cottonwoods and saguaro slopes; an electric shuttle runs up the canyon road.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Hacienda del Sol
A 1929 hillside guest ranch whose Grill serves brunch with city views; it hosts a New Year's Eve dinner and dance.
Nearby in March
- Downtown Tucson in March~7 mi · highs 76°F, 0.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Papago Park & Camelback in March~101 mi · highs 78°F, 0.8 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Phoenix in March~106 mi · highs 78°F, 0.8 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Sedona in March~185 mi · highs 64°F, 1.3 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~1,178 m to Catalina Foothills's ~831 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Catalina Foothills in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Catalina Foothills?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 74°F (23°C) and 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain.
How hot is Catalina Foothills in March?
Average highs are 74°F (23°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Catalina Foothills in March?
Not much: about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 12.0 in (305 mm).
What should I pack for Catalina Foothills in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (74°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 46°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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