Gudauri weather in March

March in Gudauri: freezing, rainy, with clean air — one of the best months to visit.

Updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Gudauri🇬🇪 Georgia · Caucasus · Ski94
  1. 84Jan
  2. 90Feb
  3. 94Mar
  4. 78Apr
  5. 58May
  6. 19Jun
  7. 12Jul
  8. 14Aug
  9. 29Sep
  10. 60Oct
  11. 73Nov
  12. 88Dec

#1 of 12 months in Gudauri · #24 of 1413 destinations to visit in March · comfort 94/100 (tier S)

Days
0°C
Nights
-7°C
Wet days
14
Sun
8.9 h
Humidity
81%
Daylight
12 h
Gudauri, Georgia
Photo: Alexander Fadeev · Pexels

Traveller notes on Gudauri in March

Gudauri's forum calls March the pick of the ski season — milder than the depths of winter but with snow cover still holding up well, right before the resort typically closes at the end of the month. Regulars caution that Gudauri isn't fully snow-sure, though, and the amount on the ground can vary a lot from one year to the next.
Tripadvisor community · March · 1 month ago · Read more on tripadvisor.co.nz ↗

Other months in Gudauri

Gudauri-forum threads on an April visit describe the season as genuinely running December through April, posters naming mid-April as the real sweet spot before things wind down. Regulars call resorts genuinely closing officially around mid-April, several posters naming cable cars and skiing as stopping then even as snow bikes keep running in some areas into late April. Posters call New Gudauri genuinely the more comfortable base, several regulars naming its modern infrastructure and closer hotels as real advantages over the older part of town. Regulars call early April genuinely still good for snow, several threads naming far fewer tourists and lower prices than peak season as the tradeoff worth making. Posters recommend timing a trip for mid-month if skiing is the priority, several regulars calling this standard given how quickly things close after. The record: 5.1C days, -2.1C nights, an extraordinarily high 104.2mm across nearly 14 days and 81 percent humidity.
GudauriAprilRegular · April · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Gudauri-forum threads on a May visit call the resort a winter-first destination, posters describing the skiing season as closed by April and May generally too early for reliable mountain weather. Regulars call real accumulation still visible and touchable at elevation in May, though conditions here are no longer suitable for the lifts or slopes themselves. Posters recommend nearby Kazbegi as a stronger May alternative, several regulars redirecting May travelers there instead of Gudauri specifically. Regulars call hotels and restaurants in Gudauri itself largely closed through the summer months, a real contrast with Stepantsminda which stays open and active. Posters recommend checking accommodation status directly before booking a May stay in Gudauri, several visitors reporting having an entire hotel to themselves with the on-site restaurant closed. The record: 9.9C days feeling like 8C, 2.4C nights, an extraordinarily high 143.5mm across nearly 19 days and 76 percent humidity.
GudauriMayRegular · May · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Gudauri-forum threads asking whether real winter cover survives into July get a consistent answer: white patches remain visible on the highest peaks but anything at the resort's elevation has long melted out. Regulars call the resort largely dormant in summer, unlike many European mountain towns the cafes and shops mostly shutting down once the lifts stop turning. Posters recommend nearby Kazbegi or Stepantsminda instead for real summer activity, hiking and mountain scenery both better supported there. Regulars call the drive up still worthwhile for the views alone even with the resort quiet. Posters recommend real layers regardless of season, the exposed ridge running noticeably cooler and windier than the valley towns below. Regulars call checking which businesses are open before planning a stay, summer services here considerably reduced from winter. The record: 18.8C days feeling like 19C, 10.4C nights, an extraordinarily high 99.4mm across nearly 17 days and 75 percent humidity.
GudauriJulyRegular · July · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Gudauri-forum threads on a January trip to Georgia describe the ski season as genuinely underway by this point, most years starting around Christmas though posters call the exact opening date dependent on how much has fallen by then. Regulars describe January and February together as the strongest stretch for snow activities, skiing and snowmobiling both named as standing draws. Posters call Gudauri noticeably colder than lower resorts like Bakuriani given its higher elevation, snow here also melting later into spring. Regulars recommend a car with winter tires or four-wheel drive for the mountain road, heavy snowfall capable of closing access during a serious system. Posters describe recent winters as genuinely variable, some running drier than the historical norm. Regulars recommend checking current road and snow conditions before a winter mountain drive. The record: -4.5C days feeling like -9C, -11.9C nights, a notably high 49.7cm of fresh accumulation and 77 percent humidity.
GudauriJanuaryRegular · January · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗

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Gudauri climate normals — March

Daytime high0°C / 32°F🥶 freezing
Nighttime low-7°C / 19°F
Feels like (high)-3°C / 27°F
Rainfall86 mm / 3.4 in🌧 rainy
Rainy days14 days
Humidity81%💦 very humid
Dew point-6°C / 20°F
Sunshine8.9 h/day
Daylight12 h
Wind8 km/h / 5 mph
Snowfall68.6 cm / 27 in
Air quality (US AQI)47🍃 good

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

Crowds in Gudauri in March

How busy the place itself is — school and mass holidays, the months an editor tagged, and how sought-after the weather makes them. Never part of the comfort score.

BusySpring break in Georgia, school holidays in 2 of the markets that fill it(estimated)

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Best months for Gudauri's weather

Ranked by this destination's own climate comfort score across the year — a different thing from how busy it gets (see Crowds above).

Best weatherGudauri's best weather comes in February, March and December — separate windows, not one continuous season.

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What's on in Gudauri in March

Recurring seasonal events, natural spectacles, closures and holidays — curated and sourced.

  • Closure

    Jvari Pass avalanche closures

    1 Dec – 15 Apr · usuallyRisk

    The road authority shuts the Gudauri to Kobi section of the Military Highway whenever avalanche risk is high, sometimes for days, and the stretch up from Mleta gets convoy-only rules. Leave slack around a flight. Source ↗

  • Season

    Ski season

    10 Dec – 15 Apr · usually

    Lifts usually turn from mid-December to mid-April. Everything is above the treeline, which makes the off-piste obvious and the visibility, in bad weather, non-existent. Source ↗

  • Season

    Snow season

    Ski season

    About 69 cm of snow falls in the month.

    from the climate normals

What's on around the world in March →

Nearby, and something's on

Within 300 km of Gudauri — a day trip or a short hop — with something on this month. Never part of the comfort score.

Where is Gudauri?

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Gudauri in March — FAQ

Is March a good time to visit Gudauri?
March in Gudauri: freezing, rainy, with clean air — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #1 of 12 months for Gudauri on SeasonMap's comfort score (94/100).
What is the weather like in Gudauri in March?
In March, Gudauri averages a daily high of 0.1°C and a low of -7°C, with about 85.9 mm of rain over roughly 14 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Gudauri in March?
Gudauri has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 47 in March.
Does it snow in Gudauri in March?
Gudauri sees roughly 68.6 cm of snowfall in March.

Within 300 km: Tbilisi's Spring in the valley around 20 Mar – 30 Apr, and Mestia's Ski season around 15 Dec – 15 Apr.