March is a warm and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Australia. March is a good month for swimming in Australia with warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Australia in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for March.
The average maximum temperature in Australia in March is 25°. The average maximum temperature is 26° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average temperature in Australia in March is 20°. The average temperature ranges is 21° in the previous month and 18° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Australia in March is 16°. The minimum temperature is 17° in the previous month and 13° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Australia in March are 12.3 and there are 7.7 hours of sunshine per day on average during March making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Australia in March is typically 10.3 during March. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Australia in March is 21.7° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average total rainfall in Australia in March is 23.2cm and on average there are 10.7 rainy days in March making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Australia in March is 17° which is OK for most but slightly uncomfortable for some. The dew point is 18° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Australia in March is typically 83.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 83.2% in the previous month and 84.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Australia in March is typically 65.1%. The average relative humidity is 64.6% in the previous month and 66.4% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Australia in March is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 28kmh in the previous month and 25kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Australia in March is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 15kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Australia in March is from the South-Southeast.
