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Boston in March
What March is really like in Boston: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
March is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 8°C (46°F), lows of -1°C (30°F), about 11 rainy days and roughly 11.8 hours of daylight. Raw and changeable, with late snow possible; the city warms up for St Patrick's Day.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 8°C (46°F) / -1°C (30°F)
- Rainy days
- About 11
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Sea temperature
- 4°C (39°F)
- Crowds
- Quiet
- Hotel prices
- Low
Weather in March
March is the 9th-warmest month in Boston: days average 8°C (46°F) against a yearly average high of 15°C (59°F), and nights fall to about -1°C (30°F). Rain falls on roughly 11 of its 31 days. Compared with February (4°C (39°F)), March is warmer; by April highs climb to around 13°C (55°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:57
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:51
- Daylight
- About 11.8 hours
- Sea
- 4°C (39°F)
Spring (March–May). A slow, chilly start, then blossom in Back Bay, the marathon in April and graduation crowds in late May.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 2 for crowds (the peak is June at 5) and 2 for hotel prices (highest in May). That makes March one of the better-value months to book.
Events in March
- South Boston St Patrick's Day Parade (usually the Sunday nearest 17 March)
- Dine Out Boston restaurant week (usually March)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
With cold days, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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Market · Downtown
Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market
Quincy Market is fine for a quick cup of chowder, but the North End and the Boston Public Market nearby are better for a proper meal.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Food
- Shopping
Landmark · Fenway–Kenmore
Fenway Park
Opened in 1912, Fenway Park is the oldest ballpark in Major League Baseball and home of the Red Sox, with the 11-metre left-field wall known as the Green Monster, a hand-operated scoreboard and narrow wooden-era seats.
- Time needed
- 3 hours for a game; 1 hour for a tour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- History
- Kids
- After dark
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Religious site · North End
Old North Church and Paul Revere House
Visit the two back to back, then walk to Hanover Street for a cannoli.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Iconic
- Architecture
Historic site · Charlestown
USS Constitution
Launched in 1797 and nicknamed 'Old Ironsides' after cannonballs seemed to bounce off her oak hull in the War of 1812, USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
- Kids
What to pack
For highs near 8°C, lows near -1°C and 11 wet days: a warm coat, hat, gloves and thermal layers; shoes with good grip for icy pavements; a packable rain jacket for showers; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Boston?
A quieter month with trade-offs, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, May–June and September–October are better overall. Compare every month.
Boston in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Boston?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Raw and changeable, with late snow possible; the city warms up for St Patrick's Day.
+How warm is Boston in March?
Average highs are around 8°C (46°F) and lows around -1°C (30°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Boston in March?
Expect rain on about 11 days of the month.