March · Australia
Best time to visit Port Macquarie in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Port Macquarie in March
Average temperature 24°C, 212 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.7/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 212 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Port Macquarie scores 6.7/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 212 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Port Macquarie pairs koala hospital fame with river beaches and a coastal walk south of Coffs. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
March in Port Macquarie: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
March averages 24°C (74°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
212 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 6.7/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 8.4/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? December scores 1.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Port Macquarie in March?
- In March, Port Macquarie averages 24°C, 212 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.7/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Port Macquarie?
- March earns a 6.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Port Macquarie in March?
- Expect about 212 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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