Middle of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Guadalajara in March
Guadalajara warms up: highs climb to 85°F (29°C), from 80°F in February, with lows of 54°F (12°C) and about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain.
At 91/100 for comfort (6th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 85°F (29°C)
- Avg low
- 54°F (12°C)
- Rain
- 0.3 in (7 mm)
- Humidity
- 38%
- Cloud cover
- 27%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 51 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs settle around 85°F (29°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 54°F (12°C), about 17°C (30°F) below the afternoon high.
The air is dry, at about 38% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
Rain is scarce: about 0.3 in (7 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 27%.
Plan around March
March is one of Guadalajara's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by April, the score drops to 80/100.
- Comfort slips from 100/100 in February to 91/100.
- March sits inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 85°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 54°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Guadalajara in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Hospicio Cabañas
UNESCO-listed 19th-century orphanage holding José Clemente Orozco's fire-themed murals.
Guachimontones
Circular stepped pyramids of the Teuchitlán culture, unique in Mesoamerica.
Tlaquepaque
Former village of galleries and ceramics shops, with mariachi at El Parián plaza.
Alcalde
Chef Paco Ruano's modern Mexican tasting menus, ranked among Latin America's best.
La Fuente
Cantina open since 1921, with old regulars and live music, steps from the cathedral.
Nearby in March
- Tequila in March~35 mi · highs 89°F, 0.2 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Puerto Vallarta in March~121 mi · highs 94°F, 0.5 in rain · 5°C (10°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Mexico City in March~287 mi · highs 78°F, 0.6 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler 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.
Guadalajara in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Guadalajara?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 85°F (29°C) and 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain. March is inside the Nov – Apr window our Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta route recommends.
How hot is Guadalajara in March?
Average highs are 85°F (29°C) and average lows 54°F (12°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Guadalajara in March?
Not much: about 0.3 in (7 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 31.6 in (802 mm).
What should I pack for Guadalajara in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 85°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 54°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Guadalajara
Routes in season in March
- Guadalajara, Tequila & Puerto Vallarta Nov – Apr
Planning Guadalajara in March?
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