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Portarlington Weather in March

In Portarlington, March brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 16°C (61°F). It is the driest month of the year, with minimal rainfall.

Rainfall in Portarlington in March

Dry conditions dominate this month. A great time for outdoor fun and exploration. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 9 days with rain, averaging 41 mm (1.6 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Portarlington in March

March is one of the better months to visit Portarlington. Expect 21°C (70°F) during the day and 16°C (61°F) at night. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights cool down to 16°C (61°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Portarlington in March

With approximately 226 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a good time to visit Portarlington.

Portarlington Temperature in March

Min Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
41 mm (1.6 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
46% *
Sunshine
226 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
59% *
* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (43 KM, 26 Miles).

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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 Portarlington in March

For Portarlington in March, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Portarlington in March

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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