Where To Travel In March?

Published On : 04 Sep 2024

There are various reasons why March is a great time for traveling as discussed below. The climate is getting better in many parts of the Northern Hemisphere and this makes people enjoy outdoor activities. It is still early for the high season and the tourist season in many of the places making it possible to visit famous attractions. But there are entertaining spring events taking place in different parts of the world. Here are some of the top places to consider for your March travels

Florida and Southeastern part of USA

Florida is one of those quintessential March destinations where the weather is always warm and the sun always shining. Temperatures hover in the average high 70s throughout Florida which is ideal for beach, water activities, theme parks, hiking, etc. As the tourist season gains momentum, March sees events and festivals in some locations, including Miami and the Florida Keys. Other southeastern destinations include Charleston, Savannah, and New Orleans which boast good climates and more affordable hotel prices before college students descend for spring break. It is also worth mentioning that places like Augusta National look beautiful in spring due to blooming azaleas.

If continued through California and into the American Southwest the potential for severe convective storms and flash flooding will be even greater.

In March, parks and natural areas of California are blooming with flowers and vegetation. Death Valley and Joshua Tree also experience more tolerable temperatures during this period as opposed to the middle of summer. The weather also remains rather pleasant all along the coast of LA and San Diego for beach activities throughout the month. Just as in Arizona and Nevada, there are cheaper prices by the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, and national parks in Utah. The best time to travel to Heathrow is after March but before the summer when everybody comes out on holiday.

Europe

March is still chilly in many regions, but low prices and fewer tourists are good incentives for many areas of Europe. March is a relatively good time to travel to Mediterranean countries such as Spain, Italy, or Greece because the weather is getting warmer gradually and the amount of precipitation is not very high. You can walk the streets of Rome, Barcelona, and Lisbon, for example, without facing the crowds that normally appear during the summer. Currently, there are even some wildflowers like in Madeira or Canary Islands. It is also possible to book hotels and flights at cheaper prices during the shoulder season.

Japan

March is a good time to travel to Japan as it is not too cold like in winter and not too hot like in spring. Ski resorts can still have powder while cities and parks will have flowers blooming at the end of the month. The famous sakura cherry blossoms first started in Kyoto and elsewhere offering fantastic views. March is a transitional month in Japan and the temperatures can range from chilly to relatively warm so one should dress in layers. You will probably meet fewer crowds than in April but during the peak time of hanami blossom watching.

Thailand and Southeast Asia

March is also part of the dry season in Thailand hence it is a good time for beach holidays before the monsoon rains begin in April. Temperatures can rise to the mid-nineties during the day, although humidity is moderate and there is no chance of rain along both coasts. Others that enjoy fairly good weather the whole year round include the beach towns of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. March can be considered as a mid-season for traveling in the region because it is not the peak time after the Chinese New Year holidays but before school vacations and other holidays in spring.

South Africa

This is so because March is considered early autumn in South Africa and the festive rush is over with reduced tourist traffic but the end-of-summer temperatures are still quite pleasant in this region, especially in Cape Town. Wildlife sighting is still good for the next few months in the game viewing tours to Kruger National Park and other game reserves. In Pretoria, the famous jacaranda trees are in bloom by the end of March and are covered in purple flowers. Fewer people also mean that hotels can be less expensive as well since there are fewer clients to serve.

Buenos Aires

March marks the commencement of the beautiful autumn in Buenos Aires locally referred to as “autumn joy”. The hot summer is over and it is no longer too humid to appreciate this great city during the day. An abundance of trees releases colored leaves in the park and the plaza. Outdoor patio dining and cafes are very enjoyable during the current season. And there are cultural events specifically dedicated to the fall harvest in the territory of Argentina. Fares are still high but accommodation can come cheap depending on the package offered.

The Caribbean

Some Caribbean islands, for instance, experience their dry season by March with calm weather and slightly low chances of rainfall that are witnessed during the late summer and early winter seasons. For instance, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas are some of the islands with very enjoyable weather throughout the month to enjoy resorts and beaches. Tourists begin to come into the island during the early weeks of spring break though the biggest influx comes in the later part of the month. Other good options for March are Puerto Rico, Aruba, and Barbados.

Morocco

March remains a relatively warm, dry month to visit Morocco before the scorching summer season kicks in later in the year. This way, it will be possible to avoid scorching hot summer tourist crowds while visiting Marrakech and Fez souks and medinas. Places like Essaouira also have good weather for the beach without the severe heat and humidity of the Sahara. Merzouga dunes do not get extremely hot in summer; therefore, the adventures to the Sahara Desert are more comfortable.

And that wraps up 10 great destinations to consider for your March travels if you are an outdoor enthusiast, city lover, seeking spring events, or simply the perfect beach weather across the globe. Have safe travels wherever your plans are this month and come back and share the experience next month.