Johnson City Weather in March (1981–2025)

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March at a Glance in Johnson City

(1981–2025)
Avg High
🔥
13.5°C
Avg Low
❄️
1.6°C
Avg Temp
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7.6°C
Avg Rain
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98 mm
Avg Humidity
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79%
Avg Wind
🌬️
1.4 m/s
Avg Solar
☀️
4.1
kWh/m²/day
vs Annual
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-5.5°C
temp difference
❄️Cool afternoons🥶Freezing mornings🌤️Fairly sunny🌧️Wet month🍃Light winds💦Humid air

Johnson City March Weather Overview

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Johnson City, with average highs near 13.5°C and lows around 1.6°C (mean 7.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 98 mm of rainfall and 79% relative humidity across the period.

Johnson City March Temperature History (1981–2025)

Range

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Johnson City. Across 45 years of records, the warmest March in Johnson City was 2012 — when the month averaged 12.5°C — while the coldest was 2013 at 3.6°C. Typical March days reach 13.5°C with nights near 1.6°C. The long-term trend is warming, about 0.4°C per decade.

1981–1985 vs 2021–2025

Avg Temp6.7°C→9.0°C+2.3°C
Max Temp12.7°C→15.4°C+2.7°C
Min Temp0.7°C→2.6°C+1.9°C

Trend (per decade)

Avg Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗
Max Temp+0.5°C/decade ↗
Min Temp+0.4°C/decade ↗

Distribution of Avg Temp

3.0°C–5.5°C6 yr (13%)
5.5°C–8.0°C21 yr (47%)
8.0°C–10.5°C15 yr (33%)
10.5°C–13.0°C3 yr (7%)

Johnson City March Rainfall History (1981–2025)

Range

March is about average for rainfall in Johnson City, averaging 98 mm of rainfall. The wettest March on record was 1994 with 204 mm, while the driest was 2016 at 36 mm.

Johnson City March Humidity History (1981–2025)

Range

Relative humidity in Johnson City during March averages 79%. The most humid March was 2020 at 86%, and the least humid was 2025 at 74%.

Johnson City March Solar History (1981–2025)

Range

March receives about 4.1 kWh/m²/day of solar energy in Johnson City. The sunniest Marchs were 2022 and 2025 at 4.6 kWh/m²/day, and the cloudiest was 1993 at 3.

Johnson City March Wind History (1981–2025)

Range

Average wind speed in Johnson City during March is 1.4 m/s. The windiest Marchs were 1998, 2018 and 2025 at 1.6 m/s, while the calmest were 1990 and 1995 at 1.2 m/s.

What March Feels Like in Johnson City

🌅
Freezing
Morning
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Cool
Afternoon
🌆
Cold
Evening
Rain chanceHigh
Outdoor comfort★★☆☆☆

How March Ranks in Johnson City

🥶4th coolest month of the year
🌵6th driest month of the year
☀️7th sunniest month of the year

Ranked against the other 11 months using 1981–2025 averages.

Explore Johnson City Weather by Month

Johnson City March Averages by Decade

Metric1980s1990s2000s2010s2020sChange
Avg Temp7.1°C6.7°C8.0°C7.4°C9.3°C+2.2°C
Avg High13.2°C12.4°C14.1°C13.2°C15.5°C+2.3°C
Avg Low0.9°C1.0°C1.9°C1.6°C3.1°C+2.2°C
Avg Rain71 mm127 mm92 mm92 mm109 mm+37 mm

Extreme March Records in Johnson City

🔥Warmest March26.6°C2007
🧊Coldest March-14.2°C1993
🌧️Wettest March204 mm1994
🏜️Driest March36 mm2016
🌬️Windiest March1.6 m/s1998

Key Insights for March

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March temperatures in Johnson City have risen by about 2.3°C between 1981–1985 and 2021–2025.

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March has ranged from a record low of -14.2°C (1993) to a record high of 26.6°C (2007).

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Rainfall in March is about average for rainfall, averaging 98 mm, with a wettest year of 204 mm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Johnson City?

A quieter season to visit Johnson City

If your dates are flexible, the more temperate months of June and September tend to be the most comfortable for visiting Johnson City. That said, March — with days averaging 13.5°C and nights around 1.6°C (mean 7.6°C) and higher rainfall (98 mm) — can still be rewarding for travellers who don't mind the cooler conditions, and often means fewer crowds.

See Johnson City's complete weather history All 12 months side by side, 1981–2025 records, annual trends and long-term averages in one place. View full history →

Johnson City Weather in March — In Depth

☀️ March climate overview

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Johnson City, with average highs near 13.5°C and lows around 1.6°C (mean 7.6°C). It is about average for rainfall, averaging 98 mm of rainfall and 79% relative humidity across the period.

🌧️ Rain, humidity & wind in March

March averages 98 mm of rainfall in Johnson City, about average for rainfall compared with the rest of the year. The wettest March on record saw 204 mm (1994), and the driest just 36 mm (2016). Humidity sits around 79% and average wind speed is 1.4 m/s, with solar radiation averaging 4.1 kWh/m²/day.

📈 How March has changed

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 2.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 12.7°C to 15.4°C and overnight lows from 0.7°C to 2.6°C over the same span.
March Weather in Johnson City, Year by Year
🔥 warmest❄️ coldest🌧️ wettest
YearAvg HighAvg TempAvg LowHottest DayColdest DayRainfallHumidityWindSolar
202515.7°C8.9°C2.0°C23.2°C-7.2°C73 mm74%1.6 m/s4.6
202415.9°C9.7°C3.5°C22.8°C-5.3°C88 mm77%1.4 m/s4.5
202314.2°C8.1°C2.0°C23.7°C-7.3°C88 mm76%1.4 m/s4.3
202215.6°C9.0°C2.4°C23.6°C-9.2°C68 mm77%1.5 m/s4.6
202115.8°C9.4°C3.0°C21.2°C-5.3°C180 mm77%1.3 m/s4.3
202015.9°C10.8°C5.7°C24.2°C-4.3°C154 mm86%1.3 m/s3.4
201911.9°C6.1°C0.3°C20.4°C-8.5°C78 mm80%1.4 m/s4.3
201811.2°C5.8°C0.4°C22.2°C-5.8°C112 mm80%1.6 m/s4
201714.0°C7.9°C1.8°C22.6°C-8.2°C108 mm75%1.5 m/s4.3
201616.1°C10.3°C4.5°C23.8°C-4.0°C36 mm81%1.3 m/s4.4
201513.6°C7.4°C1.1°C20.8°C-13.7°C100 mm81%1.4 m/s3.9
201412.1°C5.6°C-1.0°C19.6°C-10.9°C63 mm77%1.4 m/s4.5
2013 ❄️8.6°C3.6°C-1.4°C19.4°C-6.8°C119 mm81%1.5 m/s3.6
2012 🔥18.2°C12.5°C6.9°C24.3°C-4.4°C98 mm82%1.3 m/s4.5
201113.5°C7.8°C2.0°C21.7°C-5.5°C139 mm82%1.5 m/s3.5
201012.3°C6.8°C1.3°C19.3°C-6.4°C65 mm82%1.3 m/s3.4
200913.8°C8.3°C2.9°C21.5°C-12.1°C79 mm80%1.4 m/s3.7
200814.4°C7.7°C1.1°C19.6°C-6.9°C100 mm78%1.5 m/s4
200716.8°C10.8°C4.8°C26.6°C-5.8°C71 mm76%1.4 m/s4.4
200613.4°C7.3°C1.2°C23.3°C-5.8°C66 mm76%1.4 m/s4.2
200511.5°C5.9°C0.4°C22.9°C-7.0°C83 mm81%1.5 m/s4.1
200414.8°C8.8°C2.9°C22.6°C-5.2°C100 mm79%1.4 m/s3.9
200314.7°C8.6°C2.6°C20.8°C-5.3°C65 mm83%1.3 m/s4.2
200214.5°C7.8°C1.2°C22.3°C-8.9°C175 mm78%1.5 m/s4
200110.8°C5.0°C-0.8°C18.1°C-6.1°C96 mm77%1.5 m/s4
200016.2°C9.4°C2.7°C23.5°C-5.1°C84 mm74%1.3 m/s4.4
199910.8°C4.6°C-1.7°C18.5°C-6.4°C83 mm78%1.4 m/s4.1
199811.9°C6.6°C1.2°C24.7°C-10.0°C101 mm81%1.6 m/s3.9
199715.2°C9.3°C3.4°C23.0°C-6.1°C155 mm80%1.5 m/s4.4
19969.9°C4.4°C-1.1°C18.8°C-12.7°C114 mm79%1.5 m/s3.9
199515.2°C8.6°C1.9°C21.3°C-8.3°C75 mm78%1.2 m/s4.4
1994 🌧️12.3°C6.5°C0.6°C20.5°C-6.5°C204 mm83%1.5 m/s3.6
19939.6°C4.6°C-0.3°C19.5°C-14.2°C146 mm84%1.4 m/s3
199211.8°C6.2°C0.5°C20.8°C-7.1°C90 mm80%1.4 m/s3.7
199113.2°C7.7°C2.2°C22.4°C-4.4°C185 mm82%1.5 m/s4
199014.5°C8.8°C3.1°C23.2°C-5.8°C114 mm84%1.2 m/s3.8
198915.0°C8.7°C2.3°C23.5°C-4.8°C95 mm83%1.4 m/s4
198813.8°C7.4°C0.9°C21.5°C-6.1°C53 mm77%1.4 m/s4
198713.3°C7.1°C0.9°C21.0°C-5.6°C67 mm80%1.3 m/s4.5
198613.1°C6.9°C0.7°C24.7°C-7.9°C48 mm75%1.4 m/s4.4
198514.1°C7.7°C1.2°C24.0°C-6.0°C50 mm78%1.5 m/s4
198411.7°C6.0°C0.3°C21.3°C-9.4°C90 mm81%1.5 m/s3.7
198312.8°C7.0°C1.2°C21.1°C-5.5°C77 mm80%1.5 m/s—
198214.0°C8.2°C2.4°C23.1°C-8.7°C94 mm84%1.4 m/s—
198110.8°C4.5°C-1.8°C23.6°C-6.0°C69 mm76%1.4 m/s—

Actual recorded March data for each year, 1981–2025 — sourced from NASA POWER.

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Johnson City March Weather — FAQ

What is the average temperature in Johnson City in March?▼

The average high in March is around 13.5°C with lows near 1.6°C (mean 7.6°C), based on 45 years of NASA POWER data.

Does it rain a lot in Johnson City in March?▼

March averages 98 mm of rainfall in Johnson City, about average for rainfall. The wettest on record was 204 mm in 1994.

What was the hottest March on record in Johnson City?▼

The hottest March reached 26.6°C in 2007. The coldest dipped to -14.2°C in 1993.

Has March in Johnson City gotten warmer over time?▼

Comparing the earliest years on record (1981–1985) with the most recent (2021–2025), average March temperatures have risen by about 2.3°C. Daytime highs moved from 12.7°C to 15.4°C and overnight lows from 0.7°C to 2.6°C over the same span.

Is March a good time to visit Johnson City?▼

March is one of the cooler months of the year in Johnson City and about average for rainfall, so plan for around 13.5°C daytime highs and 1.6°C at night.

Is March the coldest month in Johnson City?▼

Not quite — March is the 4th coolest month in Johnson City, averaging 7.6°C.

What should I pack for Johnson City in March?▼

For March in Johnson City, pack warm layers and a jacket for chilly mornings, with typical highs of 13.5°C and lows of 1.6°C. Bring an umbrella or light rain jacket too.

Is Johnson City humid in March?▼

Relative humidity in March averages 79% — quite humid.

How windy is Johnson City in March?▼

Average wind speed in March is 1.4 m/s. The windiest March on record averaged 1.6 m/s (1998).

Which March had the most rainfall in Johnson City?▼

The wettest March on record was 1994 with 204 mm. On average, March sees 98 mm.

Where does this March weather data come from?▼

All figures are derived from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite reanalysis, covering 1981–2025.

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Explore how the weather in Johnson City behaves each March, based on 45 years of NASA POWER climate data from 1981 to 2025. This page breaks down average temperatures, rainfall, humidity, wind and solar radiation for March specifically, along with year-by-year records and how the month has changed over the decades.