March · Australia
Best time to visit Sydney in March Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sydney in March
Average temperature 21°C, 182 mm of rain, about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
March score
6.9/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 182 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 25
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
March in Sydney scores 6.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 21°C, 182 mm of rain, and roughly 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sydney reveals its true character from the water: harbor ferries, sandstone headlands, ocean pools, and long golden evening light converge in spring and early summer.
March in Sydney — workable with trade-offs
March averages 21°C (70°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 182 mm — wet for this destination — but about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 6.9/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? September scores 2.3 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sydney in March?
- In March, Sydney averages 21°C, 182 mm of rain, and about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.9/10.
- Is March a good time to visit Sydney?
- March earns a 6.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sydney in March?
- Expect about 182 mm of rain in March. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 25 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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