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Singapore in March
Prime Singapore: the best odds of full days without rain. Book outdoor plans (Gardens, Sentosa, the zoo) with confidence.
The straight answer
March is one of the best months of the year to visit Singapore. Prime Singapore: the best odds of full days without rain. Book outdoor plans (Gardens, Sentosa, the zoo) with confidence.
- Weather
- Hot and relatively dry, highs near 89F (32C)
- Crowds
- 3 of 5
- Prices
- 3 of 5
What March is like in Singapore
March is prime Singapore. Highs are near 89F (32C), it is hot and relatively dry, and you have the best odds of full days without rain. Crowds and prices are mid-range, and every attraction runs as normal. The humidity is still there, but storms are less frequent than most of the year.
This is the month to plan an outdoor-heavy trip with confidence: Gardens by the Bay, Sentosa, the zoo, and long bayfront walks. It suits everyone, especially families and first-timers. The only people who should pick another month are those chasing a big festival or the F1 race.
Make the most of March
What is especially good about Singapore this month.
Outdoor days you can count on
March has the best odds of dry, full days. Book the zoo, Sentosa, and gardens without worrying about backups.
Evening bayfront walks
The loop around Marina Bay at dusk, ending with the light and water show, is the city's signature evening.
Sentosa on a weekday
Beaches and Universal Studios are calmer on weekday mornings before local families arrive.
What to pack for March
- Breathable, quick-dry clothes
- A hat, sunglasses, and strong sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Swimwear for Sentosa or a hotel pool
Our timing tip
Visit Gardens by the Bay's conservatories at opening or after 6pm to skip both the heat and the tour groups.
Book Singapore for March.
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- Hotels for March
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in SingaporeOpens a hotel search for Singapore in March, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
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Vacation rentals in SingaporeWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in SingaporeTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in Singapore for March. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
Things to do in Singapore
Gardens by the Bay
The Supertree Grove light show runs nightly and is free; the Cloud Forest and Flower Dome conservatories are air-conditioned mid-day salvation.
A hawker center crawl
Maxwell, Lau Pa Sat, Old Airport Road, Tiong Bahru: pick two per day, follow the longest local line, and share tables like everyone else.
Marina Bay Sands SkyPark and the bay loop
The skyline walk around Marina Bay at dusk, capped with the light-and-water show, is the city's signature evening.
Singapore Zoo and Night Safari
Consistently ranked among the world's best zoos; the Night Safari is a genuinely different experience worth the second admission.
Chinatown, Kampong Glam, and Little India
Temple-hop the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Sultan Mosque, and Sri Veeramakaliamman in one day; each district peaks during its own festival season.
Sentosa Island
Universal Studios, beaches, and the SkyHelix. Weekday mornings beat weekend crowds; regional school holidays fill it fast.
Beat the crowds
- Structure every day around the equatorial clock: outdoor sights at morning opening, air-conditioned museums and malls through the afternoon storm window, and the bayfront after dark.
- Visit Gardens by the Bay's conservatories at opening or after 6pm; midday brings both the tour groups and the heat.
- Check the F1 race weekend in September before booking; hotel prices citywide can double for those dates.
- Sentosa and the zoo are weekday-morning plays; Singapore's own families fill them on weekends and during June and December school holidays.
Know before you go
- Chinese New Year (late January or February) closes some family-run shops and hawker stalls for one to three days, especially in Chinatown; malls, attractions, and most restaurants carry on.
- There is no seasonal closure anywhere: every attraction runs 365 days a year, which is exactly the point of Singapore. Public holidays bring crowds, not shutters.
- The F1 weekend in September closes downtown roads around Marina Bay for the street circuit; getting around the affected zone takes longer for several days.
- Afternoon thunderstorms briefly close outdoor cable cars, the Sentosa beaches' water activities, and open-air decks; everything reopens once lightning passes, usually within the hour.
Singapore in March, quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Singapore?
March is one of the best months of the year to visit Singapore. Prime Singapore: the best odds of full days without rain. Book outdoor plans (Gardens, Sentosa, the zoo) with confidence.
What is the weather like in Singapore in March?
Hot and relatively dry, highs near 89F (32C).
Is Singapore crowded in March?
Crowds in Singapore are moderate in March; timed bookings still help at the biggest sights.
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