Alotau Weather in March
Alotau in March sees very high daytime temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and nighttime lows of 24°C (75°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 318 mm (13 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Alotau in March
As part of the rainy season, Alotau sees around 21 days of rain in March, with an average of 318 mm (13 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.
Temperature in Alotau in March
Daytime highs in Alotau in March reach 30°C (86°F), with nights around 24°C (75°F). It's usually most comfortable outside during the morning and later in the day. Nights stay warm at around 24°C (75°F), so light bedding and good ventilation are worth thinking about.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Alotau. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Alotau Temperature in March
Min Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
70%
Precipitation
318 mm (13 in)
Rainy days
21 days
Humidity
77% *
Historical weather for Alotau in March
Browse day-by-day weather records for Alotau spanning 26 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Alotau historical weather extremes in March
Based on weather observations in Alotau between 2006 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.
- The warmest day in March was on March 1, 2010, with a maximum of 34°C (93°F).
- Alotau experienced its chilliest March day on March 28, 2009, reaching only 25°C (77°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to 22°C (72°F) on March 31, 2007, marking the coldest March night on record.
- The heaviest March precipitation occurred on March 11, 2018, when 106 mm (4.2 in) of precipitation fell.
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What to Wear in Alotau 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 Alotau in March
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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