Australia weather
Our guide to the weather in Australia during March
We've looked at the most up-to-date weather data for Australia, covering the last 12 years up to 2024, plus we've asked our team of travel bloggers for their first-hand experiences in order to answer the most frequently asked questions about Australia weather in March.
How hot is it in Australia during March?
The temperature reaches around 32℃ during the daytime in March, falling away to 21℃ at night. The UV index will be high at this time of year, so protection against skin and eye damage is needed. Try to limit exposure between 10am and 4pm. Apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every few hours, even if it's cloudy, or more frequently after sweating or swimming, and wear UV-blocking sunglasses too, and bear in mind that bright surfaces, such as sand and water increase UV exposure.
Does it rain in Australia during March?
On average, in March you'll see rain on just one day in the month. In other words, you shouldn't see any of the wet stuff. You're not likely to see a thunderstorm during your trip.
Is it windy in Australia during March?
You're unlikely to experience any strong winds. Expect a gentle breeze that increases to moderate at times during March. With moderate humidity, any breeze will have a welcome cooling effect.
Australia Blog posts
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10 things to do in Melbourne (that aren’t the botanic gardens)
27th June 2022 by The Blonde Abroad
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The top things to do in Tasmania
22nd June 2022 by The Blonde Abroad
My partner and I lived in Tasmania for two years while he was completing his Ph.D. program at the local university. While he had visited Australia before, neither of us had visited Tasmania and weren’t really sure what to expect. We hoped for the best, booked one-way tickets, and signed a lease for an apartment (there was a lot more to it than that — check out this guide to working holiday visas in Australia)....
10 things to do in Sydney (that aren’t the Harbour Bridge)
31st May 2022 by The Blonde Abroad
ydney, Australia is a dream travel destination. There are plenty of things to do in Sydney — from exploring the gorgeous beaches to finding the best surf spots to all the historic drinking holes, and of course, its storied past. Although the Harbour Bridge is definitely a highlight of the city, there’s so much more you can add to your Sydney itinerary. Here are ten of the best places to visit in Sydney that aren’t the Harbour Bridge....
10 tips for your first trip to Australia
18th June 2019 by The Blonde Abroad
Australia is the birthplace of The Blonde Abroad and it’ll always hold a special place in my heart (I came up with the concept of this very blog while sitting at a cafe near Sydney Harbour!). When I first left the corporate world in search of something else, my first stop was Australia. I spent nearly two months living on the East coast of Oz and I couldn’t get enough! The country has a beauty and diversity unlike anywhere else—there’s the cool coastal city of Sydney, the...
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