01Weather
Sydney weather in March
Afternoons in March average 26.5 °C (80 °F) and nights cool to 19.0 °C (66 °F). The month brings about 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain spread over roughly 11 days. Compared with February it is 1.2 °C cooler; April is 2.3 °C cooler again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical March | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 31 °C / 87 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 22 °C / 72 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 62 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 4.9 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 36 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest March day 2016–2025 | 40.6 °C / 11.5 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 March | 06:43 | 19:31 | 12.8 h |
| 15 March | 06:54 | 19:13 | 12.3 h |
| 31 March | 07:06 | 18:51 | 11.8 h |
Daylight shrinks by about 60 minutes over the month. Times are local (Australia/Sydney), including the clock change on the last Sunday of March.
03Crowds
How busy Sydney is in March
busy The main sights are busy in March. What drives it:
- Mardi Gras parade in early March
- autumn warmth
- Royal Easter Show begins late March
04Public holidays
Public holidays in March 2027
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| 26 Mar 2027 | Good Friday |
| 27 Mar 2027 | Holy Saturday |
| 28 Mar 2027 | Easter Sunday |
| 29 Mar 2027 | Easter Monday |
On public holidays many shops close and museums run on Sunday hours; check opening times for the day before and after as well.
05Events
What's on in Sydney in March
Every year in March
| Event | When | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney Royal Easter Show | around Easter, Sydney Olympic Park | fair |
07Packing
What to pack for Sydney in March
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 5 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
March is warm and settled, with afternoons around 25 °C, the Mardi Gras parade on Oxford Street on the first Saturday, the sea at its most inviting and the first autumn freshness in the evenings. The Royal Easter Show opens at Sydney Olympic Park late in the month if Easter is early. It is one of the best months to visit. Rain falls on about twelve days, though March can be the wettest month in a La Niña year.
The Sydney Harbour 10k and the Sydney Running Festival in September bracket the running calendar. Hotel rates ease after Mardi Gras. The Blue Mountains day trip is at its best in the clear autumn air. Daylight drops from thirteen hours to twelve. For Easter, the Royal Easter Show and Anzac Day, see April.
09Compare
Sydney month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28 °C | 20 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
| February | 28 °C | 20 °C | 10 | – | busy | Good |
| March | 26 °C | 19 °C | 11 | – | busy | Good |
| April | 24 °C | 16 °C | 9 | – | busy | Good |
| May | 21 °C | 12 °C | 6 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| June | 18 °C | 10 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| July | 19 °C | 9 °C | 8 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| August | 20 °C | 10 °C | 6 | – | quiet | Excellent |
| September | 22 °C | 12 °C | 7 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| October | 24 °C | 15 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 26 °C | 17 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| December | 28 °C | 19 °C | 8 | – | very busy | Good |
Not sure about March? See the best time to visit Sydney.
10Elsewhere
March in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne in March | 25 °C | 6 |
| Singapore in March | 32 °C | 9 |
| Bangkok in March | 35 °C | – |
| Tokyo in March | 16 °C | 9 |
| Kyoto in March | 16 °C | 9 |
| Shanghai in March | 17 °C | 12 |
11FAQ
Sydney in March: your questions
Is March a good time to visit Sydney?
March is a good month to visit Sydney. Daytime highs average 26 °C (80 °F), rain falls on about 11 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are busy.
What is the weather like in Sydney in March?
Expect warm days around 26 °C (80 °F) and nights near 19 °C (66 °F). One March in ten brings afternoons above 31 °C, and one in ten stays below 22 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney in March?
March brings about 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain over roughly 11 days, which is showery by Sydney standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 36 percent.
What should I wear in Sydney in March?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Sydney crowded in March?
The main sights are busy in March. Main drivers: Mardi Gras parade in early March; autumn warmth; Royal Easter Show begins late March.
What time does it get dark in Sydney in March?
Around the middle of March the sun sets at about 19:13 and rises at 06:54, giving 12.3 hours of daylight.