Papua Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Papua, Indonesia in March.

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Jayapura Biak Merauke

Planning a getaway to Papua, Indonesia this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Papua in March

Papua, Indonesia is a region in Indonesia. March in Papua generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Jayapura. 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 Papua, Indonesia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Biak with an average of 248 mm (9.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Merauke with 307 mm (12 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Jayapura.

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Best Places to Visit in Papua in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Papua

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Papua, Indonesia?

Temperature range in Papua (March)

Precipitation variation in Papua (March)

Jayapura

In March Jayapura generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
266 mm (10 in)
277 mm (11 in)
272 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Jayapura →

Biak

In March Biak 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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
85 hours
84 hours
102 hours
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
248 mm (9.8 in)
260 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Biak →

Merauke

In March Merauke generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
306 mm (12 in)
307 mm (12 in)
227 mm (8.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Merauke →

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Papua in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Jayapura 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 277 mm (11 in)
Biak 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 248 mm (9.8 in)
Merauke 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 307 mm (12 in)

Papua weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Papua, Indonesia in March?

Papua, Indonesia typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Jayapura average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Papua, Indonesia in March?

Daytime temperatures in Jayapura peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in March, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does Papua, Indonesia get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in Papua, Indonesia peaks during March. Jayapura averages roughly 277 mm (11 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Papua, Indonesia?

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Papua, Indonesia due to the typically poor weather in Jayapura.

Generally speaking, provide poor weather in Jayapura.

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