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Perth in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Perth in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Perth, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Perth in March 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
March is an ideal time to visit Perth if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +29°C and about 20 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 17 mm of precipitation over an average of 2 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+29°C
Avg. max. temperature
+6°C
Min.
+41°C
Max.
17 mm
Total precipitation
56%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
20 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
2 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Perth has great weather in March.

Average temperature in Perth in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Perth for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +38°C during the day to a minimum of +10°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +30°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +26°C to +30°C.

Is Perth warm or cold in March?

Perth is typically warm in March.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +31°C to +29°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +19°C to +17°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

March is one of the warmest months in Perth, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Perth in March

Perth weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+31°C+29°C+25°C
Min. temperature
+9°C+6°C+4°C
Max. temperature
+43°C+41°C+38°C
Rainfall
18 mm17 mm30 mm
Wind
5 m/s4 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
54%56%64%
Air pressure
1011 HPa1014 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
202015
Cloudy days
7912
Rainy days
123
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as great as in February. It’s getting colder in March. From +31°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +29°C. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 18 mm to 17 mm. Humidity rises from 54% to 56%. Winds are calmer in comparison to February, going down from 5 m/s to 4 m/s on average. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 20 sunny days during the month.

April brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Perth in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Perth is gradually increasing during March, going from 6 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Perth based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 31 mm, with a 26% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 8 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Perth wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 121 mm of rainfall per day. December, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 10 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Perth?

This is the weather in Perth in March 2023:
1 March
🌧️
+26°C
2 March
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+23°C
3 March
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+25°C
4 March
☀️
+29°C
5 March
☀️
+32°C
6 March
☀️
+34°C
7 March
☀️
+34°C
8 March
☀️
+34°C
9 March
☀️
+36°C
10 March
☀️
+38°C
11 March
☀️
+38°C
12 March
☁️
+28°C
13 March
☀️
+28°C
14 March
☀️
+28°C
15 March
☀️
+26°C
16 March
☁️
+26°C
17 March
☀️
+31°C
18 March
☀️
+29°C
19 March
☀️
+30°C
20 March
☀️
+28°C
21 March
☀️
+27°C
22 March
☀️
+28°C
23 March
☀️
+28°C
24 March
☀️
+30°C
25 March
☀️
+35°C
26 March
🌧️
+30°C
27 March
☁️
+25°C
28 March
☀️
+26°C
29 March
☀️
+30°C
30 March
🌧️
+27°C
31 March
☀️
+30°C
In March 2023 Perth had 25 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°C, with an absolute maximum of +38°C and a minimum of +23°C. The average humidity was 58%, with a maximum of 97% and a minimum of 15%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Perth climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Perth in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+27°C) and the highest in 2011 (+33°C). The driest year was 2012 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Perth in March:

Is March a good time to visit Perth?

Yes, March is a great time to go to Perth, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Perth.

Can you sunbathe in Perth in March?

March is warm in Perth. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Perth rainy in March?

Perth is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Perth in March?

Yes, Perth is sunny in March. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Australia

Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.

Monthly weather in Perth

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Perth, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.