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Melbourne weather in March (Victoria, Australia)

What weather conditions can you expect in Melbourne this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Melbourne in March, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Summer occurs in March. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 24°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 13°C.

Precipitation

Melbourne in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 40 mm for the month. This month sees the least rain, offering perfect conditions for outdoor adventures. Enjoy clear skies and make the most of the dry weather. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 226 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. January, February, March, April, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Melbourne, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 24°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 40 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 46%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 226 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 59%  

Where to go in Australia in March

Find out more about the weather in Australia 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?

For visitors traveling to Melbourne, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 17°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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