If you plan to visit St. Petersburg in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +36°F during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some snowy, though, as there are typically 11 snowy days in the month and around 21 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+36°F
Avg. max. temperature
-9°F
Min.
+61°F
Max.
11 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: St. Petersburg has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in St. Petersburg in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in St. Petersburg for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +50°F during the day to a minimum of -4°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +36°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 10% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +30°F to +36°F.
Is St. Petersburg warm or cold in March?
St. Petersburg is typically chill in March.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +25°F to +36°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +16°F to +21°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in St. Petersburg:
Water temperature in St. Petersburg in March
Water in St. Petersburg in March is Cold. It varies from +31°F to +34°F, with an average of +32°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +36°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in St. Petersburg are reached in July, when the average sea temperature rises to +66°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +32°F.
Can you swim in St. Petersburg in March?
We would not recommend swimming in St. Petersburg in March, the water is very cold (+32°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in St. Petersburg in March
St. Petersburg weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+25°F
+36°F
+48°F
Min. temperature
-27°F
-9°F
+7°F
Max. temperature
+46°F
+61°F
+77°F
Rainfall
8 mm
11 mm
25 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+32°F
+32°F
+34°F
Humidity
81%
76%
68%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
2
7
8
Cloudy days
13
10
6
Rainy days
1
3
10
Snowy days
12
11
6
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +25°F to +36°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 8 mm to 11 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 2 to 7.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in April as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in St. Petersburg in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in St. Petersburg is gradually decreasing during March, going from 6 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in St. Petersburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 32% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 34 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
St. Petersburg wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 86 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during March in St. Petersburg based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of snow on an average day in March, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 55 mm.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last March in St. Petersburg?
This is the weather in St. Petersburg in March 2023:
1 March
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+30°F
2 March
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+36°F
3 March
☁️
+34°F
4 March
🌨️
+34°F
5 March
🌨️
+32°F
6 March
☁️
+29°F
7 March
🌨️
+23°F
8 March
🌨️
+32°F
9 March
☀️
+28°F
10 March
☀️
+26°F
11 March
☀️
+27°F
12 March
🌨️
+26°F
13 March
☀️
+32°F
14 March
☁️
+44°F
15 March
☀️
+41°F
16 March
☀️
+36°F
17 March
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+40°F
18 March
☀️
+42°F
19 March
☁️
+42°F
20 March
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+50°F
21 March
☀️
+40°F
22 March
🌧️
+42°F
23 March
☀️
+49°F
24 March
☁️
+47°F
25 March
☁️
+45°F
26 March
☁️
+42°F
27 March
🌨️
+33°F
28 March
🌨️
+35°F
29 March
🌨️
+31°F
30 March
☁️
+30°F
31 March
☁️
+35°F
In March 2023 St. Petersburg had 12 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +36°F, with an absolute maximum of +50°F and a minimum of +23°F. The average humidity was 84%, with a maximum of 99% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how St. Petersburg climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in St. Petersburg in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+42°F) and the highest in 2020 (+52°F). The driest year was 1992 with only 268 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 866 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in St. Petersburg in March:
Is March a good time to visit St. Petersburg?
It’s always a good time to visit St. Petersburg, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in St. Petersburg in March?
Not really, March is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in St. Petersburg in March?
Swimming in St. Petersburg in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is St. Petersburg rainy in March?
St. Petersburg is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in St. Petersburg in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in St. Petersburg in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in St. Petersburg, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.