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Port Moresby weather in March (Papua Region, Papua New Guinea)

Can you expect sunny skies in Port Moresby in March? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In March, the weather in Port Moresby generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 30°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 24°C. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Port Moresby in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 294 mm for the month. This month brings the peak rainfall of the year, with heavy showers. Be sure to have a poncho ready to manage the downpours. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 186 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Port Moresby. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March and April tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Port Moresby, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 294 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
SunshineSunshine 186 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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 28°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

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