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Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in March
Downtown & Midtown Atlanta warms up: highs climb to 63°F (17°C), from 55°F in February, with lows of 41°F (5°C) and about 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain.
It scores 79/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 63°F (17°C)
- Avg low
- 41°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 4.7 in (119 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 56%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs near 63°F (17°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 12°C (22°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
Some rain is likely, about 4.7 in (119 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (April and October & November).
- Comfort improves from 65/100 in February to 79/100.
- Our Atlanta 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
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 41°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Jackson Street Bridge
Overpass above Freedom Parkway with the most photographed view of the downtown skyline, a short walk from Old Fourth Ward.
Why now March scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
SkyView Atlanta
Ferris wheel with enclosed, heated gondolas next to Centennial Olympic Park, about 200 feet up over downtown.
Why now Highs near 63°F and 4.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Mary Mac's Tea Room
Midtown Southern dining room open since 1945, known for fried chicken, collards, pot likker and cinnamon rolls.
Centennial Olympic Park
The 1996 Olympics park at the heart of downtown, ringed by the skyline and the main open space for watching the midnight show.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in March
- Cherokee in March~133 mi · highs 57°F, 4.4 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Townsend in March~138 mi · highs 61°F, 4.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Knoxville in March~154 mi · highs 60°F, 4.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Asheville in March~164 mi · highs 56°F, 4.1 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Old Fourth Ward & the BeltLine.
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.
Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Downtown & Midtown Atlanta?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 79/100 against a best of 90 in April and October & November. Expect highs of 63°F (17°C) and 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain.
How cold is Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in March?
Average highs are 63°F (17°C) and average lows 41°F (5°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in March?
Some: about 4.7 in (119 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.9 in (1292 mm).
What should I pack for Downtown & Midtown Atlanta in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 41°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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