Tonga

Tonga Weather in March

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

Are you planning a trip a to Tonga in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Tonga in March

March in Tonga generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Nuku‘alofa.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Uoleva Island with an average of 215 mm (8.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Nuku‘alofa with 242 mm (9.5 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

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Best Places to Visit in Tonga 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 Tonga

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

Temperature range in Tonga (March)

Precipitation variation in Tonga (March)

Nuku‘alofa

In March Nuku‘alofa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
178 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Neiafu

In March Neiafu 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 unpleasant 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
265 mm (10 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Utungake

In March Utungake 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 unpleasant 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
265 mm (10 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
199 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Lotofoa

In March Lotofoa 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 unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
243 mm (9.6 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

Kanokupolu

In March Kanokupolu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
242 mm (9.5 in)
179 mm (7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuku‘alofa 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)
Neiafu 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 231 mm (9.1 in)
Utungake 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 231 mm (9.1 in)
Lotofoa 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)
Kanokupolu 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 242 mm (9.5 in)
Uoleva Island 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 215 mm (8.5 in)

Tonga weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tonga in March?

Tonga typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Nuku‘alofa average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tonga in March?

In Nuku‘alofa, the average daytime high in March is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Tonga get a lot of rain in March?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Nuku‘alofa records an average of 242 mm (9.5 in) in March, putting it among the wetter months for Tonga.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Tonga?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Tonga with often unpleasant weather in Nuku‘alofa.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December offering mostly pleasant weather in Nuku‘alofa. In contrast, January, February and March tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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