New Britain Island Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea in March.

Planning a trip to New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in New Britain Island in March

New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea is a region in Papua New Guinea. March in New Britain 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 25°C (77°F) in Kokopo. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

For a closer look at conditions across New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kokopo with an average of 319 mm (13 in) to heavy rainfall in Kimbe with 449 mm (18 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Kokopo receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Kokopo typically sees 130 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore New Britain Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in New Britain Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kokopo)

Best Places to Visit in New Britain Island in March

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

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea?

Temperature range in New Britain Island (March)

Precipitation variation in New Britain Island (March)

Kokopo

In March Kokopo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
130 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
303 mm (12 in)
319 mm (13 in)
283 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Kabaira

In March Kabaira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
130 hours
168 hours
Monthly rainfall
344 mm (14 in)
371 mm (15 in)
345 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions

Kimbe

In March Kimbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
441 mm (17 in)
449 mm (18 in)
366 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
23 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in New Britain Island, in Papua New Guinea.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in New Britain Island in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kokopo 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 319 mm (13 in)
Kabaira 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 371 mm (15 in)
Kimbe 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 449 mm (18 in)

New Britain Island weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea in March?

Expect poor weather across New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea in March. The popular destination of Kokopo averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea in March?

Daytime temperatures in Kokopo peak at roughly 29°C (84°F) in March, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea peaks during March. Kokopo averages roughly 319 mm (13 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Kokopo, March may not be the ideal time to visit New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea.

On average, the best time to visit New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea is in June, August, September and October with generally pleasant weather in Kokopo. In contrast, January, February, March, April and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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