What March feels like in Phoenix
Early spring arrives in Phoenix with March. Afternoons are warm and pleasant, good for long days out. Temperatures fall sharply after dark — a swing of roughly 15.1°C (27.2°F) — and nights are cool. Dry air means sweat evaporates quickly — it feels less sticky, but you lose water fast.
Rain in Phoenix in March
Dry weather dominates, and an umbrella can mostly stay packed. Wet days average about 7.9 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Phoenix's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 8 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in March
Mid-month, Phoenix gets 11 h 55 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:40 am to sunset near 6:35 pm. Since mid-February the day has gained 57 min. About 91% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How March compares to the rest of the year
In Phoenix's temperature order, March sits as the 5th coolest month. Against February, the average high is 4.1°C (7.4°F) higher, with 1 mm more rain. The warm-up continues into April. By April, typical highs are 30°C (86°F).
Who March suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
Tips for visiting Phoenix in March
Versatile Layers
Pack pieces you can take off by noon and put back on at dusk.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Phoenix in March?
It feels warm: typical highs are 25.2°C (77.4°F), with lows near 10.1°C (50.2°F).
Does it rain a lot in Phoenix in March?
Hardly — only about 3 rainy days and 24 mm for the whole month.
What should I wear in Phoenix in March?
Based on the averages: versatile layers and sunglasses. Bring something extra for the cooler evenings.
Is March or April better for visiting Phoenix?
March scores better on our climate ranking (#2 of 12 vs #6), rated Great against Great. April is warmer and has fewer rainy days.