Normal weather for Papua New Guinea in March
It's hot in March in Papua New Guinea with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 23°C.
In March, there is an average of 351 mm of precipitation, spread over 29 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Papua New Guinea in March |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 11°C | |
 High Temp |
31°C | 14°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
351 mm | 55 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
29 days | 9 days | |
The climate of Papua New Guinea is based on weather data from Port Moresby. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Papua New Guinea for a full picture of the climate.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Papua New Guinea with hot temperatures, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights close to 22°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-March
By mid-March, the average daytime temperature drops to around 30°C, with nights close to 22°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Papua New Guinea will be around 31°C, with nights close to 23°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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Is March a good time to visit Papua New Guinea?
After some sun? Then March isn’t the best time to be in Papua New Guinea. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for Papua New Guinea in March
With 36°C, Papua New Guinea hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in March 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 10°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in March in Papua New Guinea
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in March in Papua New Guinea, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in March in Papua New Guinea
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in March for Papua New Guinea, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect around 29 days of rain in Papua New Guinea.
Daily UV Index in March in Papua New Guinea
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Papua New Guinea, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in March in Papua New Guinea Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in March in Papua New Guinea, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in March in Papua New Guinea Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in March in Papua New Guinea, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in March for Papua New Guinea
Click on a specific day in March for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Papua New Guinea. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Papua New Guinea by Month
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