If you plan to visit Cairns in March, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +28°C during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 23 rainy days in the month and around 226 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+19°C
Min.
+36°C
Max.
226 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
23 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Cairns has OK weather in March.
Average temperature in Cairns in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Cairns for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +29°C during the day to a minimum of +23°C during the night, the temperature in March averages around +28°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +28°C.
Is Cairns warm or cold in March?
Cairns is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +29°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +25°C to +24°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 Cairns:
Water temperature in Cairns in March
Water in Cairns in March is Very warm. It varies from +27°C to +30°C, with an average of +29°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +28°C.
In March, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Cairns are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in July, with an average of +24°C.
Can you swim in Cairns in March?
You can definitely swim in Cairns in March, the water is very warm (+29°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Cairns in March
Cairns weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+29°C
+28°C
+27°C
Min. temperature
+20°C
+19°C
+16°C
Max. temperature
+39°C
+36°C
+34°C
Rainfall
263 mm
226 mm
121 mm
Wind
2 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+29°C
+29°C
+28°C
Humidity
81%
80%
79%
Air pressure
1007 HPa
1009 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
1
2
3
Cloudy days
2
5
6
Rainy days
21
23
21
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as ok as in February.It’s getting colder in March. From +29°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +28°C.As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 263 mm to 226 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 81% to 80%.Winds are stronger in comparison to February, going up from 2 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 1 to 2.
April brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Cairns in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Cairns is gradually increasing during March, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Cairns based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 68% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 390 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 111 mm, which is considered heavy rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 21 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
March is one of the rainiest months in Cairns, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Cairns wettest month is January, where a typical day has a 71% chance of precipitation and 290 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 33% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Cairns?
This is the weather in Cairns in March 2023:
1 March
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+28°C
2 March
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+28°C
3 March
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+28°C
4 March
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+28°C
5 March
🌧️
+25°C
6 March
🌧️
+27°C
7 March
🌧️
+28°C
8 March
🌧️
+28°C
9 March
🌧️
+29°C
10 March
☁️
+28°C
11 March
☁️
+29°C
12 March
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+28°C
13 March
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+29°C
14 March
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+29°C
15 March
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+29°C
16 March
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+29°C
17 March
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+29°C
18 March
🌧️
+28°C
19 March
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+28°C
20 March
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+28°C
21 March
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+26°C
22 March
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+28°C
23 March
🌧️
+28°C
24 March
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+27°C
25 March
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+28°C
26 March
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+28°C
27 March
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+28°C
28 March
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+28°C
29 March
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+28°C
30 March
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+28°C
31 March
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+28°C
In March 2023 Cairns had 2 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 12 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +29°C and a minimum of +25°C. The average humidity was 86%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 56%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years
This is how Cairns climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Cairns in March has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+24°C) and the highest in 2013 (+30°C). The driest year was 2002 with only 513 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 3123 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Cairns in March:
Is March a good time to visit Cairns?
It’s always a good time to visit Cairns, but the weather is changeable in March, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Cairns in March?
March is warm in Cairns. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Cairns in March?
Yes, you can swim in Cairns in March, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +29°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Cairns rainy in March?
Cairns is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Cairns in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Cairns in March, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Australia
Check out the weather for other cities in Australia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Cairns, 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.