Christmas Island Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Christmas Island, Australia in March.

Are you planning a trip a to Christmas Island, Australia in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Christmas Island in March

Christmas Island, Australia is a region in Australia. March in Christmas Island generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in Flying Fish Cove. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For specific regional insights in Christmas Island, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

March is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 228 mm (9 in) in Flying Fish Cove.

Explore Christmas Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Christmas Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Flying Fish Cove)

Best Places to Visit in Christmas Island in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Christmas Island.

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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 Christmas Island

What is the weather like in March for the most popular destinonation in Christmas Island, Australia?

Flying Fish Cove

In March Flying Fish Cove generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly rainfall
238 mm (9.4 in)
228 mm (9 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Christmas Island, in Australia.

Christmas Island weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Christmas Island, Australia in March?

Christmas Island, Australia typically experiences unpleasant weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Flying Fish Cove average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 26°C (79°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Christmas Island, Australia in March?

In Flying Fish Cove, the average daytime high in March is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

Does Christmas Island, Australia get a lot of rain in March?

Yes. March brings heavy rainfall to Christmas Island, Australia, with Flying Fish Cove averaging around 228 mm (9 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Christmas Island, Australia?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Christmas Island, Australia with often unpleasant weather in Flying Fish Cove.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July, August, September, October and November offering mostly perfect weather in Flying Fish Cove. The weather in April, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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