Australia Weather in March: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
March is the first month of autumn in Australia. Overall, the country experiences warm temperatures during this time, with an average temperature of 17.8°C (64.1°F). The northern regions, such as Queensland and the Northern Territory, still have a tropical climate with high temperatures reaching 30°C (86°F) or more. The southern regions, including Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, begin to cool down with temperatures ranging from 15-25°C (59-77°F). March is also a transitional month for weather patterns in Australia. The northern regions, which have been in the wet season, start to dry out with a decrease in rainfall. The southern regions begin to see an increase in rainfall as they move into the cooler months. On average, Australia experiences 1.96mm (0.08 inches) of precipitation over 5.9 days during March. Rainfall is more frequent in the southern regions, with Melbourne averaging 10 rainy days in March. Overall, March in Australia offers pleasant weather conditions, with warm temperatures and a mix of both dry and wet conditions depending on the region. Travelers can take advantage of the milder temperatures and fewer crowds compared to the summer months.
What is the temperature in Australia in March?
Average air temperature in Australia is 17.8°C (64.1°F) in March. The outside temperature in Australia feels like 17.7°C (63.9°F) on a typical March day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 24.5°C (76.1°F) and feels like 24.1°C (75.5°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 12°C (53.6°F) which feels like 11.8°C (53.3°F).
How hot is Australia in March?
The hot temperature in March in Australia rises to 36.8°C (98.2°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 68.7% humidity. During hottest days of March it feels like 34 °C (93.2°F). The average maximum temp in Australia is 24.5°C (93.2°F) during day time in March.
How cold is Australia in March?
The coldest temp in Australia in March drops to 4°C (39.2°F) during the cold nights. With 26.5km/h (16.5mph) winds and 68.7% humidity it feels like 2.4°C (36.3°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 12°C (53.6°F) during night time in March.
Does it rain in Australia in March?
Yes, it rains for 24 days in Australia in March averaging 1.96 mm of precipitation. Australia has a 71% chance for rain throughout the entire month of March.
How much does it rain in Australia throughout March?
Australia has 1.96 mm (0.08 inch) of rain per day on average in March. It rains for an average of 24 days out of the entire month.
Is Australia windy in March?
The average speed of wind in Australia during March is 26.5km/h (16.5mph) and average windgust is 37.1km/h (23mph). On some days in March wind can reach up to 40.3km/h (25mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Australia in March?
Most days of March the wind is blowing from Southwest direction in Australia.
What are the humidity levels in Australia in March?
The average humidity levels in Australia in March are 68.7%. Daily humidity levels in Australia range from 43% to 94.2% during March.
How many hours of daylight are in Australia in March?
Australia has 12 hours 18 minutes of daylight in March on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Australia in March is at 7:02:25 and the sunset is at 19:21:21.
What is the cloud coverage in Australia in March?
Clouds cover 59.4% of the sky on average throughout March in Australia. The cloud coverage ranges from 10.3% to 98.8% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in March in Australia?
The average UV index in Australia is 7.4 in March. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 3 to 9.
What is the solar radiation in Australia in March?
The average solar radiation is 195.1 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Australia during March. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 58.5 W/m2 to 284.7 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during March in Australia?
The average solar energy during March in Australia is 16.9 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 5 MJ/m2, to 24.6 MJ/m2 during March.
Are there severe weather risks in Australia in March?
Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in Australia in March.
What is the air pressure in Australia in March?
On average the air pressure in Australia in March is 1014.1 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1005 mb to 1027.8 mb.
What is the visibility in Australia in March?
The average daylight visibility in Australia in March is 10.1 km (6.3 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 8.5 km (5.3 miles) to 11.8 km (7.3 miles) throughout March.
What is the dew point in Australia in March?
The average dew point in Australia during March is 10.8°C (51.5°F).
Where is the data for Australia climate in March coming from?
The climate data for Australia in March is collected from the following weather stations.
- TUGGERANONG ISABELLA PLAINS, AS
- CANBERRA, AS
- BRAIDWOOD RACECOURSE AWS, AS
- GOULBURN AIRPORT AWS, AS
- MOUNT GININI, AS
- FW0067 Duffy AU
- FW4257 Dalton AU
- YSCB