Temperature in Australia in March

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Australia this March.

Australia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in March ranging from 16°C (61°F) in Liawenee to 39°C (102°F) in Marble Bar. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in Marble Bar and 4°C (39°F) in Liawenee. March is a summer month.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Australia in March?

Find the average daytime temperatures in March for the most popular destinations in Australia on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Australia in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Australia temperatures in March: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Australia in March?

Average daytime highs in Australia during March reach about 24°C (75°F) in Melbourne.

How cold does it get at night in Australia in March?

Nighttime temperatures in Melbourne typically drop to around 13°C (55°F) in March.

What is the warmest city in March in Australia?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Marble Bar clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 39°C (102°F), and evenings that remain near 25°C (77°F).

What is the coldest city in March in Australia?

The coldest city in March in Australia is Liawenee when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 16°C (61°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 4°C (39°F).

How much sun does Australia get in March?

Across Australia, sunshine in March ranges from moderately sunny in Cape Tribulation (175 hours) to sunny in Perth (299 hours).

What is the water temperature in March?

Across Australia, sea temperatures in March range from cool at 17°C (63°F) in Melbourne to warm at 29°C (84°F) in Darwin — so swimming conditions depend on which coast you pick.

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