Uzbekistan Tashkent Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Tashkent is high
March is high for Tashkent.
March is when spring arrives — around 15°C/4°C (59°F/39°F), the city greening and blossoming, with about 60mm of rain. Comfortable, mild afternoons return after the winter grey.
The big event is Navruz (Nowruz), the Central Asian new year around March 21 — a joyful festival of feasting, music, and the special wheat pudding sumalak, with public celebrations in parks and squares. A lively, colorful time to visit.
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Tashkent March Weather Stats
Avg High
15°C
Avg Low
4°C
Rainy Days
9
60mm total
Sunshine
5.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
67%
comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 22
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
33 μg/m³
PM10
64 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
15°C
Nighttime
4°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Mild, pleasant spring weather
- Navruz festival around Mar 21
- City green and blossoming
- Comfortable outdoor sightseeing returns
Cons
- Day-night temperature swing
- Occasional spring rain
- Prices rising from winter lows
- Cooler mornings and evenings
March Events & Festivals
- Navruz (Nowruz) — Central Asian new year around Mar 21
- Spring blossom begins, city greens up
- Pleasant warming weather, prices rising
- Longer daylight and milder afternoons
Tashkent in March — Full Picture
March is when spring arrives — around 15°C/4°C (59°F/39°F), the city greening and blossoming, with about 60mm of rain. Comfortable, mild afternoons return after the winter grey.
The big event is Navruz (Nowruz), the Central Asian new year around March 21 — a joyful festival of feasting, music, and the special wheat pudding sumalak, with public celebrations in parks and squares. A lively, colorful time to visit.
Outdoor sightseeing becomes pleasant again: Amir Timur Square, Independence Square, the Minor Mosque, and the Old City are all enjoyable, and it's a fine month for a Samarkand day trip before the summer heat.
Note: there's still a real day-night temperature swing and occasional rain, so carry a layer and a light rain jacket. Prices and crowds begin rising toward the spring shoulder season.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Early spring, warming fast — around 15°C/4°C (59°F/39°F). Light layers with a jacket for the day, a warmer layer for cool mornings and evenings. A light rain jacket for spring showers.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current21°C
8.7°C
7.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
34.3°C
18.7°C
1.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21°C
7.7°C
5/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
8°C
-1.3°C
9/mo
Tashkent Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7° | -2° | 9d·55mm | 3.5h | 76% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 9° | -1° | 9d·55mm | 4.5h | 73% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 15° | 4° | 9d·60mm | 5.5h | 67% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 21° | 9° | 8d·60mm | 7h | 62% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 27° | 13° | 6d·35mm | 9h | 55% | 8 | Busy | Peak |
| 33° | 18° | 2d·10mm | 11.5h | 42% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 36° | 20° | 1d·5mm | 12.5h | 38% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 34° | 18° | 1d·3mm | 12h | 38% | 10 | Moderate | Low season | |
| September (Best) | 29° | 13° | 2d·10mm | 10h | 45% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| October (Best) | 21° | 7° | 5d·30mm | 7.5h | 58% | 4 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 13° | 3° | 8d·50mm | 4.5h | 70% | 2 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 8° | -1° | 9d·55mm | 3h | 77% | 1 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Tashkent?
Tashkent in March is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Tashkent in March?
Tashkent March averages a high of 15°C and a low of 4°C.
Does it rain much in Tashkent in March?
Tashkent March averages 60mm of rainfall over about 9 rainy days.
What should I wear in Tashkent in March?
Early spring, warming fast — around 15°C/4°C (59°F/39°F). Light layers with a jacket for the day, a warmer layer for cool mornings and evenings. A light rain jacket for spring showers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Tashkent in March?
Tashkent March sunrise is 06:40 and sunset is 18:40, with 12h 00min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Tashkent in March?
Tashkent March air quality (AQI) averages 72, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 33μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Tashkent in March?
In March, Tashkent is great for Navruz celebrations (around Mar 21), Amir Timur & Independence squares, Old City and Minor Mosque walks.
Is March peak season in Tashkent?
Tashkent March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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