Mild
Average highs are around 25°C, so days are mild rather than hot.
March verdict
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia in March
Weather score61Good
Good for holiday weather
Average highs are around 25°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 6.5h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 153mm, so some wet days are possible.
March weather
Monthly averages
Temp
25°C
Rain
153mm
Sun
6.5h
Sea
23°C
Weather score
61
Good
Seasonal climate calendar
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Trip feel
Showers
Rainfall averages 153mm, so some wet days are possible.
Some sun
Sunshine averages 6.5h per day, enough for a balanced month.
Swimmable
Sea temperatures average 23°C, which can work for swimming but may feel fresh.
Map
Weather map
Compare Sydney, New South Wales, Australia with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.
Temperature
March25°C average high
March sits in the warmer part of the year, so midday sightseeing can feel heavier than in cooler months.
Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December
This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.
Rain
March153mm average rain
March is one of Sydney's wettest months, so rain is likely to be a major planning factor.
Driest monthsJuly, September to October, and December
This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.
Sun
March6.5 hours average sun
March sits close to Sydney's yearly sunshine average, so it is a middle-of-the-pack month for bright days.
Brightest monthsJanuary and August to December
This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.
Sea temperature
March23°C average sea
March is one of Sydney's warmest sea months, when swimming comfort is usually strongest.
Warmest seaJanuary to April
Sea temperatures are usually near 23°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.
Weather score
March61 weather score
March scores above Sydney's yearly average, so the overall weather mix is stronger than most months.
Best weather monthsJanuary to March and December
These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.
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