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Adelaide in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Adelaide in March and see if it is worth visiting.
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March

Weather in Adelaide in March 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
For those searching for an ideal March holiday with excellent weather, Adelaide is a perfect choice. Average maximum temperatures are +25°C. Expect about 15 sunny days, making it the perfect place to enjoy the sunshine. It's worth noting that there may be some rainfall, with an average of 25 mm of precipitation over 8 rainy days. So, take your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it looks like amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+25°C
Avg. max. temperature
+9°C
Min.
+41°C
Max.
25 mm
Total precipitation
67%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Adelaide has great weather in March.

Average temperature in Adelaide in March

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

The temperature in March is +24°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +31°C during the day and a minimum of +12°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 11% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +23°C to +21°C.

Is Adelaide warm or cold in March?

Adelaide is typically warm in March.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +27°C to +25°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +17°C to +16°C.

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

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Adelaide:

Climate in Adelaide in March

Adelaide weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+27°C+25°C+22°C
Min. temperature
+10°C+9°C+6°C
Max. temperature
+42°C+41°C+36°C
Rainfall
29 mm25 mm40 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
64%67%69%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1017 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
151511
Cloudy days
889
Rainy days
5810
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as great as in February. It’s getting colder in March. From +27°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +25°C. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 29 mm to 25 mm. Humidity rises from 64% to 67%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 15 sunny days during the month.

Next month (April) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 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 Adelaide is gradually decreasing during March, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Adelaide based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 26%, leading to total precipitation of around 35 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 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:
Adelaide wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 55% chance of precipitation and 72 mm of rainfall per day. March, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 25 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Adelaide?

This is the weather in Adelaide in March 2023:
1 March
☁️
+23°C
2 March
☀️
+23°C
3 March
☀️
+25°C
4 March
☀️
+27°C
5 March
🌧️
+25°C
6 March
🌧️
+23°C
7 March
🌧️
+20°C
8 March
☁️
+20°C
9 March
☀️
+22°C
10 March
☀️
+26°C
11 March
☀️
+25°C
12 March
☀️
+22°C
13 March
☀️
+25°C
14 March
☀️
+25°C
15 March
☀️
+27°C
16 March
☁️
+26°C
17 March
☀️
+31°C
18 March
☀️
+25°C
19 March
☁️
+25°C
20 March
☀️
+23°C
21 March
☀️
+27°C
22 March
☀️
+28°C
23 March
☀️
+24°C
24 March
☁️
+24°C
25 March
☀️
+24°C
26 March
🌧️
+21°C
27 March
☁️
+23°C
28 March
🌧️
+23°C
29 March
☁️
+21°C
30 March
☁️
+21°C
31 March
☁️
+21°C
In March 2023 Adelaide had 17 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +24°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +20°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 40%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+20°C) and the highest in 2007 (+22°C). The driest year was 1982 with only 298 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2020 with 1368 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Adelaide in March:

Is March a good time to visit Adelaide?

Yes, March is a great time to go to Adelaide, 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 Adelaide.

Can you sunbathe in Adelaide in March?

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

Is Adelaide rainy in March?

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

Is it sunny in Adelaide in March?

The amount of sunny days in Adelaide during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Australia

Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.

Monthly weather in Adelaide

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Adelaide, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

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.