Weather: Average daily low and high temperatures are 1 °C (34 °F) and 14 °C (57 °F) in March. There is about 19 mm of total snow each March, and precipitation falls on about 12 days of the month. It snows sometimes, and the temperature difference is great between days and nights. You are more likely to see snowy and icy winter scenery in the upper two valleys during the month.
Clothing: Wear layers including a wind/rain-proof mountain coat as a shell layer, so that you can take off layers when you get hot. Sunscreen and moisture products are indispensable. Since the paths may be icy or slick, it is important to wear good non-skid shoes.
Altitude Sickness: The airport is at 3,500 meters, and the popular area of the park most visitors visit lies between 2,000 meters (6,561 feet) and 3,000 meters (9,800 feet). Most people will get altitude sickness the first day or two. You'll probably find that walking uphill is difficult, so it is suggested that you ride to the points you want to see and then walk downhill. If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, take precautions when traveling there.
Things to Do
Shuzheng Lakes in Shuzheng ValleySee the ponds in Shuzheng Valley: March brings the springtime, with its charming scenery, green grass and trees, and colorful flowers. But the bright sun still shines on the snowy peaks against the blue sky. The ice melts in the last 10 days of the month, and that is the time to the bright green buds and new growth around the peaceful, quiet lakes in Shuzheng valley. It is the lowest of the three valleys of Jiuzhai Valley National Park.
In the valley, there are plank walkways that you can use to see the ponds. The ponds in Shuzheng are generally not frozen in March. Wear shoes with good traction because the paths and grounds might be slippery. See what the World Heritage site looks up close.
Low Season
March is not a busy travel season, and hotel room rates and tickets for scenic spots are relatively cheaper, so you can freely enjoy the beautiful scenery without the crowds. It is also easier to reserve flight and train tickets. Check the hotel rooms carefully since hot water supply is limited, or let us arrange your accommodations for you. Book in advance, and we can help.
Popular Jiuzhaigou Tours
If you're interested in visiting the fairyland in person, why not browse our popular tours below for inspiration?
- 5-Day Fairyland Tour to Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong
- 7-Day Chengdu and Jiuzhai Valley Fairyland Tour
- More Jiuzhai Valley tours
Jiuzhaigou Climate Information by Month
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in January
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in February
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in March
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in April
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in May
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in June
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in July
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in August
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in September
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in October
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in November
- Jiuzhaigou Weather in December