Temperature in Papua New Guinea in March

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Papua New Guinea this March.

Papua New Guinea, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in March ranging from 23°C (73°F) in Mount Hagen to 30°C (86°F) in Alotau. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Alotau and 14°C (57°F) in Mount Hagen.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Papua New Guinea 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.

Papua New Guinea temperatures in March: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Papua New Guinea in March?

Daytime temperatures in Port Moresby typically peak at 30°C (86°F) in March, putting it in the very high range.

How cold does it get at night in Papua New Guinea in March?

After dark, Port Moresby cools to about 24°C (75°F) on an average March night.

What is the warmest city in March in Papua New Guinea?

Based on our systematic data collection, Alotau has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 30°C (86°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 24°C (75°F).

What is the coldest city in March in Papua New Guinea?

The coldest city in March in Papua New Guinea is Mount Hagen when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 23°C (73°F) and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 14°C (57°F).

How much sun does Papua New Guinea get in March?

Port Moresby usually sees around 186 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

What is the water temperature in March?

The water temperature averages approximately 29°C (84°F) in Madang this month, which is a bit warm for swimming. For many people, water temperatures around 29°C (84°F) might feel quite warm, especially compared to typical swimming pool temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82°F).

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