Fongafale Weather in March

Fongafale in March sees high temperatures, with highs around 30°C (86°F) and overnight lows of 27°C (81°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 311 mm (12 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.

Rainfall in Fongafale in March

As part of the rainy season, Fongafale sees around 19 days of rain in March, with an average of 311 mm (12 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.

Temperature in Fongafale in March

Daytime temperatures in Fongafale reach 30°C (86°F) in March, dropping to 27°C (81°F) at night. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. With lows of 27°C (81°F), it stays warm throughout the night. A cold shower before going to sleep is one of the easiest ways to cool down before bed.

Sunshine in Fongafale in March

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 186 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

Wind Speed in Fongafale in March

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in March. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Average water temperature in March

At 29°C (84°F), the water feels bath-warm. Fine for swimming, but those looking for a cooling swim may be a bit disappointed.

March in Fongafale can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Tuvalu, check out our Fongafale's climate page.

Fongafale Temperature in March

Min Temperature 27°C (81°F)  

Max Temperature 30°C (86°F)  

Water Temperature 29°C (84°F) *  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 311 mm (12 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 186 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Daily Historical Temperatures

50-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Fongafale typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 30°C (86°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 26°C (79°F).

Average temperatures in March

‹ Select year to compare to 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 ›

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Daily Historical Precipitation

50-year average (1976-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in March

‹ Select year to compare to 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 1976 ›

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Historical weather for Fongafale in March

Browse day-by-day weather records for Fongafale spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Historical weather Temperatures Precipitation

‹ 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978 1977 ›

‹ January February March April May June July August September October November December ›

Fongafale historical weather extremes in March

Based on 24 years of weather observations (2002-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Fongafale.

• The hottest March day on record in Fongafale reached 39°C (102°F) (March 21, 2022).
• On March 8, 2009, Fongafale saw its coldest March day with temperatures maxing out at 27°C (81°F).
• The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was 20°C (68°F) (March 15, 2023).

What to Wear in Fongafale in March

Warm but pleasant conditions in Fongafale in March. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. Expect water temperatures of around 29°C (84°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Fongafale in March

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Tuvalu, check out our Fongafale's climate page.

More climate data for Fongafale

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp

See the full Fongafale climate overview or explore weather in Tuvalu.