The Big Island Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in The Big Island, the United States of America in March.

Thinking about venturing to The Big Island, the United States of America this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in The Big Island in March

The Big Island, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. March in The Big Island generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Volcano at 21°C (70°F) to warm in Pahoa at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Pahoa and 15°C (59°F) in Volcano.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of The Big Island, the United States of America, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hawi with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Volcano with 279 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Kailua-Kona sees around 245 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in The Big Island 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 The Big Island

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in The Big Island, the United States of America?

Temperature range in The Big Island (March)

Precipitation variation in The Big Island (March)

Kailua-Kona

In March Kailua-Kona generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
245 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
146 mm (5.7 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
278 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Waikoloa

In March Waikoloa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
245 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
174 mm (6.9 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Hapuna Beach

In March Hapuna Beach generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
245 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
153 mm (6 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Kaupulehu

In March Kaupulehu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
245 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
165 mm (6.5 in)
256 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Kalaoa

In March Kalaoa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
245 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
291 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in The Big Island in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kailua-Kona 23°C (73°F) 19°C (66°F) 187 mm (7.4 in)
Waikoloa 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 174 mm (6.9 in)
Hapuna Beach 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 153 mm (6 in)
Kaupulehu 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Kalaoa 24°C (75°F) 19°C (66°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Waimea 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)

The Big Island weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in The Big Island, the United States of America in March?

March in The Big Island, the United States of America brings tolerable weather. In Kailua-Kona, daytime temperatures are typically around 23°C (73°F) and nighttime lows hover near 19°C (66°F).

What is the average temperature in The Big Island, the United States of America in March?

Average temperatures in The Big Island, the United States of America during March range from a nighttime low near 19°C (66°F) to a daytime high around 23°C (73°F) in Kailua-Kona.

Does The Big Island, the United States of America get a lot of rain in March?

Rainfall in The Big Island, the United States of America peaks during March. Kailua-Kona averages roughly 187 mm (7.4 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is March a Good Time to Visit The Big Island, the United States of America?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kailua-Kona, March might be a good time to visit The Big Island, the United States of America. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February and December provide pleasant weather in Kailua-Kona. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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