March · Australia
Best time to visit Katherine in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Katherine in March
Average temperature 28°C, 130 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
5.1/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 130 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Katherine scores 5.1/10 for nature and wildlife travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 130 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Katherine is the Top End town for Nitmiluk Gorge-river cruises between red sandstone cliffs. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
March in Katherine — middling scores, decent value
Days in March average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 78% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
130 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 5.1/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Katherine — 4.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Katherine in March?
- In March, Katherine averages 28°C, 130 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.1/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Katherine?
- March earns a 5.1/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Katherine in March?
- Expect about 130 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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