Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Sydney in March
Sydney edges cooler than February, with highs of 75°F (24°C), lows of 67°F (19°C) and about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 79/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 75°F (24°C)
- Avg low
- 67°F (19°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (104 mm)
- Humidity
- 75%
- Cloud cover
- 59%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 15 min
- Comfort score
- 79/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 75°F (24°C).
Nights cool to an average low of 67°F (19°C).
With 75% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.1 in (104 mm).
Plan around March
March is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are April & May and July – October.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, January – March.
- Comfort improves from 73/100 in February to 79/100.
- Our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends May – Oct, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clothes75°F afternoons
- Quick-dry fabrics75% average humidity
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Sydney in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bondi to Coogee Coastal Walk
6 km clifftop path past ocean pools, Tamarama and Bronte beaches and Waverley Cemetery.
Why now March scores 79/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Manly Ferry
30-minute public ferry across the harbour from Circular Quay to Manly's surf beach.
Why now Highs near 75°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
BridgeClimb Sydney
Guided climb over the arches of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, 134 m above the water.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Sydney Opera House
Jørn Utzon's sail-roofed performing arts center, with daily tours and a full program of shows.
Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Harbourside gardens leading to Mrs Macquarie's Chair and its Opera House view.
Nearby in March
- Blue Mountains in March~53 mi · highs 71°F, 3.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Sydney in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Sydney?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 79/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are April & May and July – October. Expect highs of 75°F (24°C) and 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain. Our Sydney, Blue Mountains & the Reef route recommends May – Oct, so March is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Sydney in March?
Average highs are 75°F (24°C) and average lows 67°F (19°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sydney in March?
Some: about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 35.0 in (888 mm).
What should I pack for Sydney in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (75°F afternoons), quick-dry fabrics (75% average humidity), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Sydney in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.