Osaka vs Tokyo

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Osaka edges ahead as the better destination in March. Osaka offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 11 rain days, while Tokyo sees 8 sunshine hours and 12 rain days.

Osaka is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Tokyo is cooler at 12°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Osaka is the stronger choice in March. Osaka receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Osaka reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Tokyo averages 12°C (54°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 8°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.

Osaka receives approximately 110 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Tokyo sees 111 mm over 12 rain days. That makes Osaka the drier option by 1 rain day and 1 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Osaka averages 70% while Tokyo sits at 65%. Osaka will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.