Australian Capital Territory Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in March.

Thinking about venturing to Australian Capital Territory, Australia this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Australian Capital Territory in March

Australian Capital Territory, Australia is a region in Australia. Australian Capital Territory, Australia has a wide variety of climate types. During March, you can expect temperatures that range from warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is warm in Canberra at 24°C (75°F) to very hot in Purnululu National Park at 37°C (99°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Purnululu National Park and 11°C (52°F) in Canberra.

For a closer look at conditions across Australian Capital Territory, Australia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Port Hughes with an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Hayman Island with 190 mm (7.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Canberra gets approximately 242 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Australian Capital Territory 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).

Popular Destinations in Australian Capital Territory

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Australian Capital Territory, Australia?

Temperature range in Australian Capital Territory (March)

Precipitation variation in Australian Capital Territory (March)

Canberra

In March Canberra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
242 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Hall

In March Hall generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
258 hours
242 hours
204 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Port Hughes

In March Port Hughes generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
5 days
Weather conditions

Carnarvon

In March Carnarvon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
4 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Hayman Island

In March Hayman Island generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
237 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
244 mm (9.6 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Australian Capital Territory in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Canberra 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Hall 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Port Hughes 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Carnarvon 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Hayman Island 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Yulara 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)

Australian Capital Territory weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in March?

In March, Australian Capital Territory, Australia generally has perfect weather conditions. Canberra sees daytime temperatures near 24°C (75°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Australian Capital Territory, Australia in March?

Daytime temperatures in Canberra peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in March, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Australian Capital Territory, Australia get a lot of rain in March?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Australian Capital Territory, Australia during March, with Canberra averaging close to 45 mm (1.8 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Australian Capital Territory, Australia?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Typically, the climate in Canberra is perfect.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Canberra. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be unpleasant.

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