Madang weather in March (Momase Region, Papua New Guinea)

How does the March weather in Madang compare to other months? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The typical weather for March in Madang includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 30°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 25°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Madang in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 453 mm for the month. The heaviest rainfall of the year happens this month, with frequent showers. A poncho is your best bet to stay dry. This month experiences about 22 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With about 155 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Madang. August typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Madang climate page with graphs.

 

Madang, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Water Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 74%  

Precipitation 453 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 81%  

Windspeed 7 km/h  

Sunshine 155 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Papua New Guinea in March

Find out more about the weather in Papua New Guinea and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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