Average 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.
Start of March
The month of March starts in Papua New Guinea with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 22°C. There are plenty of days with a good chance of precipitation.
Mid March
By mid-March, daytime temps drop to around 30°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of March
By the end of March, the average daytime temperature in Papua New Guinea is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
In March, there is an average of 351 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Papua New Guinea in March |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
30°C | 11°C | |
 Max. temperature |
31°C | 14°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
351 mm | 63 mm | |
| Rainy days |
21 days | 10 days | |
February
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.
Is March a good time to visit Papua New Guinea?
Looking for sun? March isn’t a good month to be in Papua New Guinea. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Temperature records
With 36°C in 2023, Papua New Guinea reached the highest temperature in March over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 10°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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The climate in Papua New Guinea is based on weather data from Port Moresby. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Papua New Guinea to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in March in Papua New Guinea
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in March for Papua New Guinea, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for 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 millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed 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 it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for March, you can expect about 21 days of precipitation 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 few 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 millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in March for Papua New Guinea
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Average weather in Papua New Guinea by month
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