Byron Bay weather in March (New South Wales, Australia)

What can you expect from the weather in Byron Bay during March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In March, Byron Bay typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 26°C (show in °F). However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C.

Byron Bay in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 144 mm (show in inches) for the month. Typically around 14 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 220 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Byron Bay. July, August, September and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Byron Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Byron Bay, monthly averages in March

Show in Fahrenheit
Min Temperature 21°C  
Max Temperature 26.4°C  
Water Temperature 25°C  
Chance of Rain 47%  
Precipitation 144 mm  
Rainy days 14 days  
Sunshine 220 hours  
Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in March

Find out more about the weather in Australia in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20-29ºC / 68-84ºF and not too much precipitation (less than 90mm / 3.5inches a month).

So, what should you wear in Byron Bay in March?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 25°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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