2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Melbourne in March

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain. Recommended month to visit.

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Climate Overview

March is an excellent time to visit Melbourne. Melbourne has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 23°C, lows of 13°C, and approximately 8 rainy days per month.

Avg High

23°C

Avg Low

13°C

Rainy days

8days

Daylight

12.4h

Is March a good time to visit Melbourne?

The weather is near-perfect with ideal temperatures and minimal rain.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:19 AM

Sunset

7:42 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 27°C 14°C 8 Good
February 24°C 15°C 10 Good
March 23°C 13°C 8 Excellent (best)
April 19°C 10°C 13 Excellent (best)
May 15°C 8°C 10 Good
June 14°C 6°C 7 Good
July 13°C 6°C 9 Good
August 14°C 7°C 17 Wet
September 17°C 9°C 12 Good
October 18°C 10°C 11 Excellent (best)
November 24°C 12°C 6 Excellent (best)
December 23°C 12°C 9 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for March

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is March a good time to visit Melbourne? +

March is typically Excellent for visiting Melbourne, with average highs of 23°C and around 8 rainy days.

What should I pack for Melbourne in March? +

With highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in March? +

Melbourne typically sees around 8 rainy days in March.

How many hours of daylight are there in Melbourne in March? +

In March, Melbourne gets approximately 12.4 hours of daylight per day.

Is March peak season in Melbourne? +

Yes, March is peak season in Melbourne. Expect higher prices and more crowds, but also the best weather.

What is the best month to visit Melbourne? +

The best months to visit Melbourne are March, April, October, November, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Australia/Melbourne)

Last Updated: January 2026

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