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Victoria Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Victoria, Australia in March.

Planning a getaway to Victoria, Australia 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 Victoria in March

Victoria, Australia is a region in Australia. Victoria, Australia has a wide variety of climate types. During March, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During March, summer is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Cape Bridgewater at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Mildura at 30°C (86°F). At night it cools down to 15°C (59°F) in Mildura and 15°C (59°F) in Cape Bridgewater.

For specific regional insights in Victoria, Australia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Mildura with an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Warburton with 68 mm (2.7 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Melbourne, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

March brings good sunshine to many areas. Melbourne sees around 226 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Victoria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Victoria - and find the best time to visit. (based on Melbourne)

Best Places to Visit in Victoria in March

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

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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 Victoria

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Victoria, Australia?

Temperature range in Victoria (March)

Precipitation variation in Victoria (March)

Melbourne

In March Melbourne generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
227 hours
226 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
53 mm (2.1 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Daylesford

In March Daylesford generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Bendigo

In March Bendigo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Warrnambool

In March Warrnambool generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Ballarat

In March Ballarat generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
33 mm (1.3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Melbourne 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Daylesford 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Bendigo 27°C (81°F) 12°C (54°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Warrnambool 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Ballarat 23°C (73°F) 10°C (50°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Hepburn Springs 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)

Victoria weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Victoria, Australia in March?

Expect excellent weather across Victoria, Australia in March. The popular destination of Melbourne averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Victoria, Australia in March?

Daytime temperatures in Melbourne peak at roughly 24°C (75°F) in March, dropping to about 13°C (55°F) overnight.

Does Victoria, Australia get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Melbourne averages just 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Victoria, Australia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Victoria, Australia?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Victoria, Australia with overall excellent weather in Melbourne.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, October, November and December provide excellent weather in Melbourne. On the other hand, the weather in May, June, July, August and September tend to be good.

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