Monthly climate guide
Melbourne weather in March
March in Melbourne is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 24°C (75°F) and night-time lows near 14°C (58°F). The month usually brings about 49 mm of rain (fairly dry) and is a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than February and 4°C warmer than April.
What stands out in March
- Melbourne is usually about 2°C warmer than Launceston, 440 km away, in March.
- Good walking weather for combining Queen Victoria Market and Federation Square in one day.
- March brings early autumn to Melbourne — the seasons are reversed south of the equator.
- Temperatures are falling — expect highs around 4°C lower by April.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
24°C
75°F
Avg low
14°C
58°F
Rainfall
49 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
69%
relative
Sky
51%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
Melbourne weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°C / 79°F | 15°C / 59°F | 57 mm | 65% | 49% |
| February | 26°C / 78°F | 15°C / 60°F | 57 mm | 68% | 50% |
| March | 24°C / 75°F | 14°C / 58°F | 49 mm | 69% | 51% |
| April | 20°C / 68°F | 12°C / 53°F | 62 mm | 74% | 56% |
| May | 16°C / 61°F | 10°C / 49°F | 74 mm | 79% | 59% |
| June | 14°C / 56°F | 7°C / 45°F | 66 mm | 85% | 59% |
| July | 13°C / 55°F | 7°C / 44°F | 63 mm | 85% | 62% |
| August | 13°C / 56°F | 7°C / 44°F | 65 mm | 82% | 61% |
| September | 16°C / 60°F | 8°C / 47°F | 60 mm | 78% | 59% |
| October | 19°C / 66°F | 10°C / 49°F | 61 mm | 73% | 59% |
| November | 22°C / 71°F | 12°C / 53°F | 75 mm | 70% | 61% |
| December | 24°C / 75°F | 13°C / 56°F | 60 mm | 67% | 53% |
What to pack for March
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is March a good time to visit Melbourne?
Our Melbourne guide recommends: March to May or September to November, for milder, more predictable weather.
Pack a layer even in summer — Melbourne's weather can shift quickly, especially with the 'southerly change' that follows hot days.
Best time to visit Melbourne →Other Australia cities in March
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Melbourne in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Melbourne?
Yes. March is one of the best months for Melbourne, with highs around 24°C and about 49 mm of rain.
How warm is Melbourne in March?
Average highs are about 24°C (75°F) and average lows about 14°C (58°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Melbourne in March?
Melbourne typically gets around 49 mm of rain in March — fairly dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
March to May or September to November, for milder, more predictable weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Melbourne (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.