Riau Weather in March

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

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Pekanbaru Dumai Duri

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

What to Expect in Riau in March

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

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 33°C (91°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Pekanbaru. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in Riau, Indonesia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Duri with an average of 223 mm (8.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Dumai with 229 mm (9 in).

Explore Riau by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Riau — and find the best time to visit. (based on Pekanbaru)

January32°C (90°F) February33°C (91°F) March33°C (91°F) April33°C (91°F) May33°C (91°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly33°C (91°F) August33°C (91°F) September33°C (91°F) October33°C (91°F) November32°C (90°F) December32°C (90°F)
Best Time to Visit Riau →

Best Places to Visit in Riau in March

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

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 Riau

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

Temperature range in Riau (March)

Precipitation variation in Riau (March)

Pekanbaru

In March Pekanbaru generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
229 mm (9 in)
258 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Pekanbaru →

Dumai

In March Dumai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°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
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
151 mm (5.9 in)
229 mm (9 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Dumai →

Duri

In March Duri generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°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 »
February
March
April
Max temperature
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
250 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
Climate in Duri →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Riau, in Indonesia.

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pekanbaru 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Dumai 33°C (91°F) 25°C (77°F) 229 mm (9 in)
Duri 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)

Riau weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Riau, Indonesia typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Pekanbaru average around 33°C (91°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

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

In Pekanbaru, the average daytime high in March is 33°C (91°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

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

Rainfall in Riau, Indonesia peaks during March. Pekanbaru averages roughly 229 mm (9 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Riau, Indonesia?

In our view, March might not be the best time to travel to Riau, Indonesia with often poor weather in Pekanbaru.

On average, the best time to visit Riau, Indonesia is in with generally poor weather in Pekanbaru.

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