St. Paul in March
Good time to visit
March feels like winter's last cruel joke. The weather can't make up its mind, and you'll deal with more slush than snow or sunshine.
Weather
March teases you with spring but delivers more winter than you'd hope. Temperatures start creeping up, but snow still falls regularly and melts into slushy messes. The weather swings wildly - 50°F one day, 20°F the next.
4°C high-6°C low4 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$95/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Saint Patrick's Day parade on West 7th Street
March Tips
- •Bring waterproof boots for the slush and mud season
- •March weather is unpredictable - pack for both winter and spring
- •Hotel rates start to climb as spring approaches
All Months
May through September gives you St. Paul at its finest. Summer festivals take over Rice Park and Harriet Island, and the riverfront becomes the city's living room. July brings the Minnesota State Fair to nearby Falcon Heights – it's worth planning your entire trip around if you've never experienced America's greatest state fair. Fall colors along the Mississippi River gorge peak in early October, making it perfect for scenic drives. Winter is harsh but beautiful – the Saint Paul Winter Carnival in late January transforms the city into an ice sculpture wonderland. Just pack layers and waterproof boots. Spring arrives late but brings relief and the return of outdoor dining season.
St. Paul Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
6/10
Families
8/10
Adventure
5/10
Budget
7/10
Luxury
6/10
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