Papua Region Weather in March

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

Planning a getaway to Papua Region, Papua New Guinea 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 Region in March

Papua Region, Papua New Guinea is a region in Papua New Guinea. March in Papua Region 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 24°C (75°F) in Port Moresby. 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.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Papua Region, Papua New Guinea, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Port Moresby with an average of 294 mm (12 in) to heavy rainfall in Tufi with 378 mm (15 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Port Moresby receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Port Moresby typically sees 186 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 Papua Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Papua Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Port Moresby)

Best Places to Visit in Papua Region 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 Papua Region

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

Temperature range in Papua Region (March)

Precipitation variation in Papua Region (March)

Port Moresby

In March Port Moresby generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
157 hours
186 hours
202 hours
Monthly rainfall
233 mm (9.2 in)
294 mm (12 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Alotau

In March Alotau generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°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
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
331 mm (13 in)
318 mm (13 in)
300 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Tufi

In March Tufi 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 poor that month.

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 rainfall
359 mm (14 in)
378 mm (15 in)
297 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Port Moresby 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 294 mm (12 in)
Alotau 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 318 mm (13 in)
Tufi 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 378 mm (15 in)

Papua Region weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Papua Region, Papua New Guinea typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Port Moresby average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Port Moresby peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in March, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

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

Rainfall in Papua Region, Papua New Guinea peaks during March. Port Moresby averages roughly 294 mm (12 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Papua Region, Papua New Guinea due to the typically poor weather in Port Moresby.

On average, the best time to visit Papua Region, Papua New Guinea is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Port Moresby. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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