Tasmania

Tasmania Weather in March

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

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Hobart Coles Bay Queenstown Launceston

Planning a getaway to Tasmania 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 Tasmania in March

March in Tasmania generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. March is a summer month.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 18°C (64°F) in Queenstown to 21°C (70°F) in Launceston. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Launceston and 9°C (48°F) in Queenstown.

For specific regional insights in Tasmania, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hobart with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to high rainfall in Queenstown with 140 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Hobart sees close to 210 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Tasmania by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tasmania - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hobart)

January23°C (73°F) February22°C (72°F) March21°C (70°F) April18°C (64°F) May15°C (59°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August14°C (57°F) September15°C (59°F) October17°C (63°F) November19°C (66°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Tasmania in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tasmania.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Tasmania

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

Temperature range in Tasmania (March)

Precipitation variation in Tasmania (March)

Hobart

In March Hobart generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
218 hours
210 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Hobart →

Coles Bay

In March Coles Bay generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
good
Climate in Coles Bay →

Queenstown

In March Queenstown generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
mixed
Climate in Queenstown →

Launceston

In March Launceston generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
238 hours
199 hours
Monthly rainfall
54 mm (2.1 in)
52 mm (2 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
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In our records: Tasmania March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Tasmania in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Tasmania brought 99 mm (3.9 in) in Hobart on March 2, 1986.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hobart 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Coles Bay 19°C (66°F) 14°C (57°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Queenstown 18°C (64°F) 9°C (48°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Launceston 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 52 mm (2 in)

Tasmania weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tasmania in March?

Tasmania typically experiences excellent weather in March, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Hobart average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tasmania in March?

Daytime temperatures in Hobart peak at roughly 21°C (70°F) in March, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Tasmania get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Tasmania during March, with Hobart averaging close to 45 mm (1.8 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Tasmania?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Tasmania with overall excellent weather in Hobart. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March and December offering mostly excellent weather in Hobart. In contrast, June and July tend to have mixed weather conditions.

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