Melbourne in March
8.1out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C. Some rain: about 7 rainy days.
23°CAvg high
18°CAvg low
7Rainy days (57 mm)
11:48 hDaylight
07:38Sunrise · 19:26 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 23°C
- Some rain: about 7 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in March varies a lot between years (±3.5 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 16°C | 56 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| February | 22°C | 16°C | 50 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| March | 23°C | 18°C | 57 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| April | 25°C | 20°C | 50 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
| May | 27°C | 23°C | 69 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 29°C | 25°C | 132 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
| July | 30°C | 25°C | 118 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.0 |
| August | 30°C | 26°C | 142 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 29°C | 25°C | 149 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 27°C | 23°C | 98 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| November | 24°C | 20°C | 48 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| December | 22°C | 17°C | 45 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Melbourne in March?
Daytime highs average 23°C and nights about 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
The best months are February, December, January, March.