Vanuatu

Vanuatu Weather in March

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

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Port Vila Luganville Tanna Island Hog Harbour

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

What to Expect in Vanuatu in March

March in Vanuatu 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 26°C (79°F) in Port Vila.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Aneityum with an average of 227 mm (8.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Hog Harbour with 318 mm (13 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Port Vila receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Port Vila typically receives 199 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Vanuatu in March

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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 Vanuatu

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

Temperature range in Vanuatu (March)

Precipitation variation in Vanuatu (March)

Port Vila

In March Port Vila 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 »
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 sun hours
157 hours
199 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
232 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Port Vila →

Luganville

In March Luganville 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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
300 mm (12 in)
312 mm (12 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Luganville →

Tanna Island

In March Tanna Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
226 mm (8.9 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Tanna Island →

Port-Havannah

In March Port-Havannah 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 »
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 sun hours
157 hours
199 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
243 mm (9.6 in)
255 mm (10 in)
231 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Port-Havannah →

Hog Harbour

In March Hog Harbour generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
331 mm (13 in)
318 mm (13 in)
299 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hog Harbour →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Vila 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 250 mm (9.8 in)
Luganville 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 312 mm (12 in)
Tanna Island 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 249 mm (9.8 in)
Hog Harbour 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 318 mm (13 in)
Lénakel 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Aneityum 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 227 mm (8.9 in)

Vanuatu weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vanuatu in March?

Expect unpleasant weather across Vanuatu in March. The popular destination of Port Vila averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 26°C (79°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Vanuatu in March?

Average temperatures in Vanuatu during March range from a nighttime low near 26°C (79°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Port Vila.

Does Vanuatu get a lot of rain in March?

Yes. March brings heavy rainfall to Vanuatu, with Port Vila averaging around 250 mm (9.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Vanuatu?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Vanuatu with often unpleasant weather in Port Vila.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Port Vila. In contrast, January, February, March and April tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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