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Where’s hot in March

Intro

March marks the seasonal shift from winter to spring in the northern hemisphere — ideal for early warmth without the crowds. You’ll find great beach weather in Thailand, the UAE, and Mexico, while closer to home, southern Spain and Cyprus start warming up. Nature lovers might chase cherry blossom in Japan or safari weather in South Africa. As always, our map shows ten-year climate averages to guide your search.

Quick answers:

• Short-haul warmth: Southern Spain, Canary Islands, and Cyprus — 19 °C in Seville and over 20 °C in parts of Cyprus.
• Long-haul sun: Dubai, Thailand’s west coast, Cuba, and Dominican Republic.
• Good for families: Dubai’s dry warmth, all-inclusive Caribbean resorts, and Lanzarote.
• For culture/nature: Japan (blossoms from late March), Sri Lanka, Morocco.

How to use the map for March:

Select March and choose your preferred temperature band. Use the region filter to focus on Europe, Asia, Africa or the Americas. Trip types and preferences help you refine further. Dots show temperature, rainfall and key travel tips.

Top destination picks (with March-specific reasons):

• Cyprus – Days often exceed 20 °C and rainfall drops. Explore ancient ruins or relax by the coast.
• Dubai – Warm, dry and family-friendly, with average highs of 27 °C and plenty of pool or beach time.
• Havana (Cuba) – A lively, musical city with beach escapes nearby. March is dry and warm — around 29 °C.
• Tokyo (Japan) – Crisp, cool spring air with average highs around 15 °C — and cherry blossom begins.
• Dominican Republic – Punta Cana hits 29 °C in March with low rainfall and warm Caribbean waters.

Weather & travel notes:

March is a transition month in many regions. Southern Europe becomes comfortable, and many tropical regions are still in their dry season. Asia (Thailand, Sri Lanka) remains warm and dry. It’s shoulder season in many places, so prices are lower before Easter hits.

If you want … try these March ideas:

• Short flight + sun: Seville, Cyprus, Lanzarote.
• Long-haul beach: Dubai, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Maldives.
• Blossoms & culture: Japan, Morocco, Vietnam.
• Wildlife & hiking: South Africa, Sri Lanka, Costa Rica.

FAQs:

Is Japan worth visiting in March? Yes — early cherry blossom, cool weather and fewer crowds.

Where’s good for beach holidays in March? Dubai, Thailand, Dominican Republic and parts of southern Europe.

What’s the warmest short-haul spot in March? Cyprus or Lanzarote, with 20–22 °C on average.

Data note:

Our map uses ten-year climate averages (2014–2024) to show typical conditions. It’s not a live forecast. Check current advisories before travelling.