Verdict: Excellent month
Melbourne Weather in March
March hits the sweet spot in Melbourne — highs around 23°C (73°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 8 wet days in a typical year. Overall, March is one of the best months of the year to be in Melbourne.
Average high
23°C / 73°F
Average low
13°C / 55°F
Rain days
~8
Precipitation
47 mm
What to pack for Melbourne in March
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- A packable rain shell or compact umbrella earns its space
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
March against the rest of the year
Warmest in Melbourne: Jan (26°C / 79°F) · Coolest: Jul (13°C / 55°F) · Wettest: Oct (~14 rain days)
26°
15°
Jan
25°
14°
Feb
23°
13°
Mar
19°
10°
Apr
16°
8°
May
14°
7°
Jun
13°
6°
Jul
15°
7°
Aug
17°
8°
Sep
19°
9°
Oct
21°
11°
Nov
24°
13°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)