Month guide · Jeju · South Korea
Jeju in March
What March is really like in Jeju: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
March is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 13°C (55°F), lows of 7°C (45°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 11.9 hours of daylight. Spring arrives early: yellow canola fields around Seongsan and Sangumburi, and cherry blossom from late March. Winds are still cool.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 13°C (55°F) / 7°C (45°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea temperature
- 14°C (57°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in March
March is the 9th-warmest month in Jeju: days average 13°C (55°F) against a yearly average high of 19°C (66°F), and nights fall to about 7°C (45°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 31 days. Compared with February (10°C (50°F)), March is warmer; by April highs climb to around 18°C (64°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:45
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:42
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Sea
- 14°C (57°F)
Spring (March–May). Canola fields, cherry blossom and royal azaleas, with mild temperatures ideal for walking; long weekends in May get busy.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 3 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in July). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in March
- Seogwipo canola flower festival (usually late March to early April)
- Jeju cherry blossom festival on Jeonnong-ro (usually late March or early April)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Nature · Seogwipo
Jeongbang Waterfall
Wear shoes with grip; the black boulders at the bottom are slippery, and the stairs are steep for small children.
- Time needed
- 45 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- Nature
- Photo spot
- Outdoors
Beach · Hallim and Hyeopjae
Hyeopjae Beach
Jeju's best-known swimming beach has white sand mixed with crushed shell, a gently shelving emerald bay and the volcanic cone of Biyangdo island on the horizon.
- Time needed
- Half a day
- Cost
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Free
- Photo spot
- Views
Beach · Hamdeok and Gujwa
Hamdeok Beach and Seoubong
Low tide exposes rock pools that children love; check the tide table and bring water shoes.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Kids
- Free
- Outdoors
- Views
Historic site · Pyoseon
Seongeup Folk Village
Seongeup was a county seat during the Joseon era, and residents still live in its thatched houses behind black stone walls.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- History
- Architecture
- Free
What to pack
For highs near 13°C, lows near 7°C and 12 wet days: layers, a warm sweater and a jacket for cool evenings; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Jeju?
A shoulder-season month, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, April–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Jeju in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Jeju?
It is a shoulder-season month. Spring arrives early: yellow canola fields around Seongsan and Sangumburi, and cherry blossom from late March. Winds are still cool.
+How warm is Jeju in March?
Average highs are around 13°C (55°F) and lows around 7°C (45°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Jeju in March?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.