Townsville weather in March (Queensland, Australia)

What can you expect from the weather in Townsville during March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In March, Townsville generally has very high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 32°C, while night temperatures can drop to 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Townsville in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 226 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, June, July, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and February tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Townsville climate page with graphs.

 

Townsville, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 27°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 131 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 226 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Australia in March

Find out more about the weather in Australia in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Townsville in March?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 27°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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