Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Guangzhou | Shenzhen | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 23°C (73°F) | 23°C (73°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 16°C (61°F) | 17°C (63°F)▲ | Shenzhen |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 15 days | 11 days▲ | Shenzhen |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 140 mm | 78 mm▲ | Shenzhen |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 5h/day | 7h/day▲ | Shenzhen |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 78% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 16 km/h▲ | 18 km/h | Guangzhou |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Shenzhen edges ahead as the better destination in March. Shenzhen offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Guangzhou sees 5 sunshine hours and 15 rain days.
Guangzhou sits in the comfortable travel range at 23°C. Shenzhen is also comfortable at 23°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Shenzhen is the stronger choice in March. Shenzhen receives 2 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Guangzhou reaches an average high of 23°C (73°F) and drops to 16°C (61°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Shenzhen averages 23°C (73°F) for the high and 17°C (63°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in March.
Guangzhou receives approximately 140 mm of rainfall across 15 rain days during March. Rain is frequent, so waterproof gear is essential.
Shenzhen sees 78 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Shenzhen the drier option by 4 rain days and 62 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 78%.
Highs of 23°C, lows of 16°C, 15 rain days
Highs of 23°C, lows of 17°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, moisture-wicking fabrics. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Guangzhou | Shenzhen | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 19°C | 7d | 19°C | 5d |
| Feb | 20°C | 10d | 21°C | 8d |
| Mar | 23°C | 15d | 23°C | 11d |
| Apr | 27°C | 18d | 26°C | 14d |
| May | 29°C | 22d | 29°C | 20d |
| Jun | 31°C | 24d | 30°C | 23d |
| Jul | 32°C | 23d | 31°C | 22d |
| Aug | 32°C | 24d | 31°C | 24d |
| Sep | 30°C | 16d | 30°C | 17d |
| Oct | 28°C | 6d | 28°C | 7d |
| Nov | 25°C | 6d | 25°C | 5d |
| Dec | 20°C | 5d | 21°C | 4d |
Guangzhou Weather in March
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