AustraliaThe weather in March in Cairns
It's hot in March in Cairns with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 26°C.
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in Cairns. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in March for Cairns, Australia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2017, Cairns reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Cairns is 30°C this month. It’s really warm, perfect for a swim.
Rainfall amount
In March, there is an average of 307 mm of precipitation, spread over 26 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in March for Cairns
Click on any day in March to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cairns. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
March weather comparison
| Cairns | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 11°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 14°C |
| Min. temperature | 23°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 307 mm | 63 mm |
| Rainy days | 26 days | 10 days |
Start of March
The month of March starts in Cairns with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 25°C.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 31°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Cairns is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in March in Cairns, Australia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in March in Cairns
Temperature in March in Cairns over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in March in Cairns, Australia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in March in Cairns
Total precipitation in March in Cairns over the years
Daily UV index in March in Cairns
This chart shows the average daily UV index in March in Cairns, 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.
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Average weather in Cairns by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cairns. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.