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Rabaul in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Rabaul in March 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether March is a good month to travel to Rabaul, Papua New Guinea.

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Rabaul in March 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Rabaul in March in summary
Adverse weather
Min 26°C Max 28°C 452 mm 23 day(s) 82% 45% 31°C UV 6 11.5 h/day
Possible activities in March
Cultural visits and heritageDiving and snorkelingBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 05:56 18:04
Hourly weather

Average weather in Rabaul in March 2027

Adverse weather

The weather in Rabaul in March 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in March. This allows you to forecast the weather in March 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Rabaul in March

Temperatures, precipitation and monthly trends help to better understand the climate in Rabaul in March.

Temperatures and rain in Rabaul in March

Average daily weather

Temperatures and rain day by day in March.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall

Monthly temperatures

The month of March is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Rabaul in March

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Rabaul in March

Check the seasonal normals in Rabaul in March and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
March
Weather data February March April
Outside temperature
Average temperature 27.2°C 27.4°C 27.5°C
Maximum temperature 28.3°C 28.5°C 28.7°C
Minimum temperature 26.1°C 26.2°C 26.3°C
Record maximum temperature 30.0°C
(2009)
31.0°C
(2011)
31.0°C
(2009)
Record low temperature 24.0°C
(2009)
24.0°C
(2009)
19.0°C
(2021)
Number of days at +30° 2 day(s)
(7%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
5 day(s)
(17%)
Number of days at +18° 28 day(s)
(97%)
31 day(s)
(100%)
30 day(s)
(100%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 29.7°C 29.9°C 30.0°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 28.8°C 29.0°C 29.1°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 30.6°C 30.6°C 30.7°C
Wind
Wind speed 15 km/h 13 km/h 10 km/h
Wind temperature 26.1°C 26.2°C 26.3°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 364.9 mm 451.6 mm 371.6 mm
Number of days with precipitation 27 day(s)
(93%)
30 day(s)
(97%)
29 day(s)
(97%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 19 day(s)
(67%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
20 day(s)
(66%)
Record precipitation in one day 136.9 mm
(2010)
157.2 mm
(2012)
109.7 mm
(2021)
Other weather data
Humidity 82% 82% 82%
Visibility 8.9 km 8.8 km 8.9 km
Cloud cover 42% 45% 39%
UV index 6 6 6
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 11h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h58 05h56 05h51
Sunset time 18h12 18h04 17h52
Day length 12h14 12h08 12h01
Our opinion on the climate in March
The review of Where And When adverse weather adverse weather adverse weather
Activities and events

What to do in Rabaul in March?

Possible activities in March
Cultural visits and heritageDiving and snorkelingBoat trip and cruise
Activities not recommended in March
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapes
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Rabaul in March last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Rabaul in March 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C3.9 mm
2
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C0.7 mm
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
26°C28°C11.1 mm
4
Cloudy
26°C29°C0.0 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.3 mm
6
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.4 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.0 mm
8
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.1 mm
9
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.2 mm
10
Cloudy
26°C30°C0.0 mm
11
Overcast
26°C30°C0.2 mm
12
Overcast
26°C29°C0.4 mm
13
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C0.3 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C3.3 mm
15
Cloudy
26°C30°C0.2 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
27°C29°C0.1 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C0.1 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
27°C29°C0.0 mm
20
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.4 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
26°C29°C0.4 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
27°C30°C0.6 mm
23
Patchy rain nearby
28°C29°C0.8 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
27°C30°C0.4 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
27°C31°C0.0 mm
26
Cloudy
27°C30°C0.4 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
26°C29°C3.2 mm
28
Patchy rain nearby
27°C29°C5.7 mm
29
Cloudy
26°C28°C4.5 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
26°C30°C0.1 mm
31
Clear/Sunny
26°C30°C0.1 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Rabaul in March: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Rabaul in March, which places this month 10th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 28°C during the day and 26°C at night, with about 452 mm of precipitation spread over 23 rainy days.

Yes: the sea is 30°C on average in March, a pleasant temperature for swimming.

Expect about 11.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Cultural visits and heritage, Diving and snorkeling and Boat trip and cruise.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 38/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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