Lassen Volcanic · March · California
Lassen Volcanic National Park in March
March is a fair month for Lassen Volcanic National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 40°F and lows 25°F, with about 6.45 inches of rain.
March is rated fair at Lassen Volcanic. Consider Jul–Sep instead.
What to expect
Honest take: March is not the month for Lassen Volcanic. Still snowbound. The highway usually clears only in June, or later after big winters.
Check the snow-clearing updates in spring. Opening dates for the full highway swing by several weeks depending on the winter.
Good to know
- Best months overall: Jul–Sep.
- Closest airport: Redding (RDD), about 1 hour.
- Before you go: The main park highway closes for winter; the snowplow schedule decides when it reopens. Check current conditions on nps.gov.
Questions
Is March a good time to visit Lassen Volcanic National Park?
March is a fair month for Lassen Volcanic National Park, with some limitations. It is one of the quietest times to go. Highs average 40°F and lows 25°F, with about 6.45 inches of rain.
What is the weather like in Lassen Volcanic National Park in March?
Highs average 40°F and lows 25°F, with about 6.45 inches of rain. Conditions are fair this month, so check the month-by-month ratings before you commit.
How crowded is Lassen Volcanic National Park in March?
March is one of the quietest months at Lassen Volcanic National Park.