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Singapore in March
Little changes in Singapore from February: highs stay near 85°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), and about 6.6 in (168 mm) of rain falls.
It scores 49/100 for comfort, 3rd of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 76°F (25°C)
- Rain
- 6.6 in (168 mm)
- Humidity
- 84%
- Cloud cover
- 72%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 49/100 · Fair
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 85°F (30°C).
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 76°F (25°C).
With 84% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Rain is a real factor, with about 6.6 in (168 mm) across the month.
Plan around March
March is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February).
- Comfort slips from 59/100 in February to 49/100.
- March sits inside the Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug window our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Quick-dry fabrics84% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.6 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Singapore in March
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
MacRitchie Reservoir TreeTop Walk
Rainforest trails to a suspension bridge above the canopy.
Why now Highs near 85°F keep it comfortable outside.
Little India
Temples, spice shops and Tekka Centre's food stalls along Serangoon Road.
Why now Mild enough in March to enjoy at an easy pace.
Long Bar at Raffles Hotel
Birthplace of the Singapore Sling, where peanut shells go on the floor.
Maxwell Food Centre
Chinatown hawker center known for Tian Tian Hainanese chicken rice.
National Gallery Singapore
Southeast Asian art in the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings.
Nearby in March
- Malacca in March~127 mi · highs 86°F, 6.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Kuala Lumpur in March~197 mi · highs 87°F, 7.6 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, wetter
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.
Singapore in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Singapore?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 49/100 against a best of 59 in February. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 6.6 in (168 mm) of rain. March is inside the Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug window our Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur route recommends.
How hot is Singapore in March?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 76°F (25°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Singapore in March?
Yes: about 6.6 in (168 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 93.2 in (2368 mm).
What should I pack for Singapore in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), quick-dry fabrics (84% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.6 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Singapore
Routes in season in March
- Singapore, Malacca & Kuala Lumpur Feb – Apr, Jun – Aug
Planning Singapore in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.