USA Houston Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Houston is very-high
March is very-high for Houston.
BEST MONTH — 24°C ideal + Texas bluebonnet wildflowers along highways + Rodeo continues + spring break families. Hotels surge during Rodeo final weekend. NASA + Museum District peak weather.
Travel score
Houston March Weather Stats
Avg High
24°C
Avg Low
13°C
Rainy Days
8
80mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
moderate
UV Index
7
High
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 40
Sea Temp
19°C
cool
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
25 μg/m³
PM10
45 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
24°C
Nighttime
13°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 40 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 24°C ideal weather
- Bluebonnet wildflower season
- Rodeo continues
- Bayou City Art Festival
- Spring break families enjoy NASA + Museum District
Cons
- Spring break crowds (NASA + Museum of Natural Science)
- Rodeo final weekend hotel surge
- Pollen high (Houston allergies brutal Mar-May)
March Events & Festivals
- Houston Rodeo continues through mid-March
- Spring break peak (families)
- Bayou City Art Festival
Houston in March — Full Picture
BEST MONTH — 24°C ideal + Texas bluebonnet wildflowers along highways + Rodeo continues + spring break families. Hotels surge during Rodeo final weekend. NASA + Museum District peak weather.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Pleasant spring. T-shirts + light jacket evenings.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current27.7°C
17°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
34.7°C
24.7°C
8/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.7°C
17°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
19°C
9°C
8/mo
Houston Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18° | 8° | 8d·90mm | 5h | 70% | 4 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 20° | 10° | 8d·80mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| March (Best) | 24° | 13° | 8d·80mm | 7h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 28° | 17° | 9d·95mm | 8h | 70% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 31° | 21° | 9d·130mm | 9h | 72% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 34° | 24° | 9d·120mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 25° | 7d·95mm | 10h | 73% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 35° | 25° | 8d·105mm | 9h | 74% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 32° | 22° | 8d·130mm | 9h | 73% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| October (Best) | 28° | 17° | 8d·110mm | 9h | 70% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 23° | 12° | 8d·90mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 19° | 9° | 8d·100mm | 6h | 70% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Houston March Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Houston?
Houston in March is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Houston in March?
Houston March averages a high of 24°C and a low of 13°C.
Does it rain much in Houston in March?
Houston March averages 80mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Houston in March?
Pleasant spring. T-shirts + light jacket evenings.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Houston in March?
Houston March sunrise is 07:30 and sunset is 19:30, with 12h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Houston in March?
Houston March air quality (AQI) averages 70, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 25μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Houston in March?
In March, Houston is great for NASA Space Center, Museum District, Bluebonnet drives.
Is March peak season in Houston?
Houston March crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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