What to expect in San Francisco in March
March is a mixed month in San Francisco. You get 16° / 9°, but manageable crowds at the big attractions. Worth it for the right traveller.
San Francisco weather in March
Typical conditions in San Francisco during March, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 16°C 61°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 9°C 48°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 45/100 |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 16°C with lows near 9°C. Rainfall is moderate; the odd shower is likely.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for San Francisco — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
Prices run mid-range this month: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 16°C by day and about 9°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month.
What it costs
Costs in March sit around the yearly average for San Francisco — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 31% less.
Who this month suits
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in March, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
San Francisco in March compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 8° | Low | $ | 59 |
| February | 15° / 8° | Low | $ | 60 |
| March · This month | 16° / 9° | Low | $$ | 60 |
| April | 17° / 10° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
| May | 18° / 11° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
These months score higher for San Francisco on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in March
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in March.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
