Planning a trip to Sydney in March? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +75°F and approximately 6 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 18 rainy days and 106 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+75°F
Avg. max. temperature
+52°F
Min.
+102°F
Max.
106 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Sydney has good weather in March.
Average temperature in Sydney in March
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Sydney for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +99°F during the day to a minimum of +57°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +81°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +82°F to +75°F.
Is Sydney warm or cold in March?
Sydney is typically warm in March.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +77°F to +75°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +68°F to +64°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Sydney:
Water temperature in Sydney in March
Water in Sydney in March is Comfortable. It varies from +71°F to +77°F, with an average of +74°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +75°F.
The water temperature in March is one of the warmest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Sydney are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +75°F. The coldest water temperatures are in September, with an average of +65°F.
Can you swim in Sydney in March?
The water in Sydney in March is pretty comfortable (+74°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Sydney in March
Sydney weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
February
March
April
Avg. temperature
+77°F
+75°F
+72°F
Min. temperature
+54°F
+52°F
+45°F
Max. temperature
+104°F
+102°F
+93°F
Rainfall
100 mm
106 mm
83 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+75°F
+74°F
+73°F
Humidity
72%
72%
72%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1016 HPa
1018 HPa
Sunny days
4
6
9
Cloudy days
5
5
5
Rainy days
16
18
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
March weather is still as good as in February.It’s getting colder in March. From +77°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +75°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 100 mm to 106 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 4 to 6.
April brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Sydney in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Sydney is gradually decreasing during March, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Sydney based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 52% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 104 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain.March is a pretty wet month with over 16 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
March is one of the rainiest months in Sydney, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Sydney wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 58% chance of precipitation and 106 mm of rainfall per day. September, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 37% chance of precipitation and 46 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last March in Sydney?
This is the weather in Sydney in March 2023:
1 March
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+82°F
2 March
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+77°F
3 March
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+76°F
4 March
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+77°F
5 March
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+86°F
6 March
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+98°F
7 March
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+89°F
8 March
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+83°F
9 March
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+80°F
10 March
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+78°F
11 March
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+86°F
12 March
🌧️
+77°F
13 March
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+73°F
14 March
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+72°F
15 March
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+81°F
16 March
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+94°F
17 March
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+87°F
18 March
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+84°F
19 March
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+90°F
20 March
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+72°F
21 March
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+71°F
22 March
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+75°F
23 March
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+80°F
24 March
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+76°F
25 March
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+74°F
26 March
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+76°F
27 March
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+76°F
28 March
🌧️
+78°F
29 March
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+80°F
30 March
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+77°F
31 March
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+76°F
In March 2023 Sydney had 15 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +81°F, with an absolute maximum of +99°F and a minimum of +72°F. The average humidity was 75%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in March?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Sydney climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Sydney in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+68°F) and the highest in 2019 (+74°F). The driest year was 2006 with only 423 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 2786 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sydney in March:
Is March a good time to visit Sydney?
March is a really good time to go to Sydney. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Sydney.
Can you sunbathe in Sydney in March?
March is warm in Sydney. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Sydney in March?
Yes, the water temperature in Sydney in March is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +74°F.
Is Sydney rainy in March?
Sydney 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 Sydney in March?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Sydney 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 Sydney, 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.