Solomon Islands

Solomon Islands Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Solomon Islands in March.

Planning a getaway to Solomon Islands this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Solomon Islands in March

March in Solomon Islands generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Honiara.

For a closer look at conditions across Solomon Islands, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Honiara with an average of 372 mm (15 in) to heavy rainfall in Munda with 402 mm (16 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Honiara enjoys about 199 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Solomon Islands in March

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Solomon Islands

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Solomon Islands?

Temperature range in Solomon Islands (March)

Precipitation variation in Solomon Islands (March)

Honiara

In March Honiara generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
154 hours
199 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
394 mm (16 in)
372 mm (15 in)
321 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Gizo

In March Gizo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
424 mm (17 in)
380 mm (15 in)
312 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Munda

In March Munda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
456 mm (18 in)
402 mm (16 in)
331 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Buala

In March Buala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
421 mm (17 in)
387 mm (15 in)
350 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
23 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Solomon Islands in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Honiara 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 372 mm (15 in)
Gizo 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 380 mm (15 in)
Munda 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 402 mm (16 in)
Buala 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 387 mm (15 in)

Solomon Islands weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Solomon Islands in March?

Expect poor weather across Solomon Islands in March. The popular destination of Honiara averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Solomon Islands in March?

Honiara averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 24°C (75°F).

Does Solomon Islands get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in Solomon Islands peaks during March. Honiara averages roughly 372 mm (15 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Solomon Islands?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Solomon Islands due to the typically poor weather in Honiara.

Generally speaking, June and August provide tolerable weather in Honiara. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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