Early spring · Weather & things to do
Phoenix in March
Phoenix warms up: highs climb to 78°F (26°C), from 70°F in February, with lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 0.8 in (21 mm) of rain.
At 99/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 0.8 in (21 mm)
- Humidity
- 38%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 78°F (26°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 50°F (10°C), about 16°C (28°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 0.8 in (21 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 34%.
Plan around March
March is one of Phoenix's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort holds steady from February (97 → 99/100).
- March sits inside the Mar – May window our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 50°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Phoenix in March
March is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Camelback Mountain – Echo Canyon Trail
Steep, rocky 1.2-mile climb to the city's best summit view.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best sunrise, Oct–Apr.
Desert Botanical Garden
Trails through saguaros, cacti and wildflowers from deserts worldwide.
Why now March scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Taliesin West
Frank Lloyd Wright's desert home and studio, seen on guided tours.
Rusty Spur Saloon
Old Town Scottsdale saloon, open since 1951, with live country music.
Pizzeria Bianco
Chris Bianco's wood-fired pizza in a 1929 brick building at Heritage Square.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 0.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in March
- Papago Park & Camelback in March~7 mi · highs 78°F, 0.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Sedona in March~100 mi · highs 64°F, 1.3 in rain · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Catalina Foothills in March~106 mi · highs 74°F, 0.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Downtown Tucson in March~106 mi · highs 76°F, 0.6 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
These averages also cover Downtown Phoenix.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~494 m to Phoenix's ~331 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.
Phoenix in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Phoenix?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 0.8 in (21 mm) of rain. March is inside the Mar – May window our Grand Canyon & Arizona route recommends.
How hot is Phoenix in March?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Phoenix in March?
Not much: about 0.8 in (21 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 10.0 in (254 mm).
What should I pack for Phoenix in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 50°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in March
- Grand Canyon & Arizona Mar – May
Planning Phoenix in March?
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