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Georgetown Weather in March

Georgetown in March sees very high daytime temperatures of 32°C (90°F) and nighttime lows of 26°C (79°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 183 mm (7.2 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Georgetown in March

Georgetown is in the rainy season in March, with rain on around 12 days and an average of 183 mm (7.2 in). Rain during the rainy season here tends to be intense rather than just persistent drizzle. Expect significant downpours, often in the late afternoon.

Temperature in Georgetown in March

March in Georgetown brings very high temperatures, with highs of 32°C (90°F) and nights around 26°C (79°F). Indoor breaks or shaded spots can make the warmer part of the day much more comfortable. At 26°C (79°F) overnight, it stays warm after dark. Light, breathable clothing and good airflow in your room make a noticeable difference.

Sunshine in Georgetown in March

There are approximately 201 hours of sunshine this month, despite being the rainy season. Rain often arrives in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, it could still be a nice time to visit.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Georgetown. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Georgetown Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C (79°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C (90°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 183 mm (7.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 81% *  
SunshineSunshine 201 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: George Town, Malaysia (6 KM, 3 Miles).

Best Places in Malaysia 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).

What to Wear in Georgetown in March

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in March. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Georgetown in March

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

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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