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Melbourne in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Melbourne in March 2025

Good Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
Are you considering a trip to Melbourne in March? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +23°C and about 7 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 12 rainy days and 42 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
+4°C
Min.
+38°C
Max.
42 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Melbourne has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Melbourne in March

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

The temperature in March is +23°C on average, with a range between a maximum of +35°C during the day and a minimum of +10°C at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 8% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +22°C to +20°C.

Is Melbourne warm or cold in March?

Melbourne is typically warm in March.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +25°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +16°C to +14°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 Melbourne:

Water temperature in Melbourne in March

Water in Melbourne in March is Fresh. It varies from +17°C to +20°C, with an average of +18°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +23°C.

The water temperature in March is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Melbourne are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +19°C. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +15°C.

Can you swim in Melbourne in March?

Water temperature (+18°C) in Melbourne in March might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Melbourne in March

Melbourne weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+25°C+23°C+20°C
Min. temperature
+7°C+4°C+3°C
Max. temperature
+46°C+38°C+34°C
Rainfall
37 mm42 mm54 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+19°C+18°C+18°C
Humidity
65%66%70%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1016 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
876
Cloudy days
10109
Rainy days
91214
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting colder in March. From +25°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +23°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 37 mm to 42 mm. Humidity rises from 65% to 66%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 8 sunny days in February to 7 in March.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Melbourne is gradually increasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Melbourne based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 42%, leading to total precipitation of around 71 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain. March is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Melbourne wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 52% chance of precipitation and 65 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 31% chance of precipitation and 37 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Melbourne?

This is the weather in Melbourne in March 2023:
1 March
☁️
+22°C
2 March
☁️
+21°C
3 March
☁️
+21°C
4 March
☀️
+31°C
5 March
🌧️
+33°C
6 March
☀️
+25°C
7 March
☁️
+23°C
8 March
☀️
+20°C
9 March
☁️
+22°C
10 March
☀️
+26°C
11 March
☁️
+26°C
12 March
☁️
+20°C
13 March
☁️
+23°C
14 March
☁️
+30°C
15 March
☁️
+25°C
16 March
☁️
+27°C
17 March
☀️
+26°C
18 March
☁️
+35°C
19 March
☁️
+19°C
20 March
☀️
+21°C
21 March
🌧️
+20°C
22 March
☁️
+23°C
23 March
☁️
+23°C
24 March
☁️
+21°C
25 March
☁️
+20°C
26 March
☁️
+20°C
27 March
🌧️
+18°C
28 March
🌧️
+22°C
29 March
🌧️
+18°C
30 March
☁️
+19°C
31 March
🌧️
+20°C
In March 2023 Melbourne had 6 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +35°C and a minimum of +18°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 27%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?

Climate Change over Years

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

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+17°C) and the highest in 2014 (+21°C). The driest year was 2006 with only 349 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 1214 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Melbourne in March:

Is March a good time to visit Melbourne?

March is a really good time to go to Melbourne. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Melbourne.

Can you sunbathe in Melbourne in March?

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

Can you swim in Melbourne in March?

In general, you can swim in Melbourne in March, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +18°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Melbourne rainy in March?

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

Is it sunny in Melbourne in March?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Melbourne 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.

Monthly weather in Melbourne

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Melbourne, 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.