March · Australia
Best time to visit Byron Bay in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Byron Bay in March
Average temperature 25°C, 151 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
7.1/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 151 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Byron Bay scores 7.1/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 151 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Byron Bay's lighthouse, surf breaks and hinterland waterfalls anchor Australia's easternmost point.
March in Byron Bay — reliably good (7th best month)
With 25°C (76°F) on average, March delivers classic beach weather: plenty of time in the water, with beach and boat plans rarely disrupted by cold.
151 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 7.1/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Byron Bay in March?
- In March, Byron Bay averages 25°C, 151 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.1/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Byron Bay?
- March earns a 7.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Byron Bay in March?
- Expect about 151 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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