Atafu Weather in March
Atafu in March sees high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 26°C (79°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 273 mm (11 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Atafu in March
As part of the rainy season, Atafu sees around 19 days of rain in March, with an average of 273 mm (11 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in Atafu in March
Daytime highs in Atafu in March reach 30°C (86°F), with nights around 26°C (79°F). This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. With lows of 26°C (79°F), it stays warm throughout the night. A cold shower before going to sleep is one of the easiest ways to cool down before bed.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Atafu. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Atafu Temperature in March
Min Temperature
26°C (79°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
273 mm (11 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
80%
Historical weather for Atafu in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Atafu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Atafu historical weather extremes in March
Based on weather observations in Atafu between 2016 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.
- The hottest March day on record in Atafu reached 30°C (86°F) (March 14, 2024).
- On March 21, 2018, Atafu saw its coldest March day with temperatures maxing out at 27°C (81°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 25°C (77°F) on March 22, 2026, marking the coldest March night on record.
- The wettest day in March Atafu was on March 25, 2016 with 82 mm (3.2 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Atafu in March
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in March. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.What To Do in Atafu in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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