March · Australia
Best time to visit Sunshine Coast in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sunshine Coast in March
Average temperature 25°C, 147 mm of rain, about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
7.8/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 147 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 22
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
March in Sunshine Coast scores 7.8/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 147 mm of rain, and roughly 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
The Sunshine Coast strings beaches from Caloundra to Noosa-surf suburbs and hinterland hinterland hills. Best window: the drier months outside peak monsoon.
March in Sunshine Coast — reliably good (7th best month)
March averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Monthly rainfall reaches 147 mm — wet for this destination — but about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.8/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 8.9/10 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.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sunshine Coast in March?
- In March, Sunshine Coast averages 25°C, 147 mm of rain, and about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.8/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Sunshine Coast?
- March earns a 7.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sunshine Coast in March?
- Expect about 147 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 22 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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