South Australia weather in March
March is one of the best months to visit South Australia: highs of 26°C (79°F) and about 25 mm (1.0 in) of rain on average. Nights average 14°C (57°F) and cloud cover 39% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). It is the 6th driest month of the year and the 4th warmest. Compared with February, it is cooler and wetter; April brings highs of 22°C (72°F) and 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Adelaide, the largest city in South Australia. See below for other places.
Is March a good time to visit South Australia?
best month Weather score 88/100.
Yes. March is one of the best months for weather in South Australia.
Does it rain a lot in South Australia in March?
No, it is usually dry: about 25 mm (1.0 in) falls in an average March. It is the 6th driest month of the year.
How warm is South Australia in March?
Days average 26°C (79°F) and nights 14°C (57°F).
South Australia weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C (85°F) | 16°C (60°F) | 15 mm | 37% | best |
| February | 29°C (83°F) | 15°C (59°F) | 17 mm | 38% | best |
| March | 26°C (79°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm | 39% | best |
| April | 22°C (72°F) | 11°C (53°F) | 34 mm | 45% | best |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 9°C (48°F) | 53 mm | 47% | fair |
| June | 14°C (58°F) | 7°C (44°F) | 60 mm | 47% | least pleasant |
| July | 14°C (57°F) | 6°C (43°F) | 60 mm | 46% | least pleasant |
| August | 15°C (58°F) | 6°C (43°F) | 51 mm | 46% | least pleasant |
| September | 18°C (64°F) | 8°C (46°F) | 47 mm | 46% | fair |
| October | 21°C (70°F) | 9°C (49°F) | 24 mm | 46% | best |
| November | 25°C (77°F) | 12°C (53°F) | 22 mm | 46% | best |
| December | 27°C (81°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 23 mm | 43% | best |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis). Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across South Australia in March
Weather can differ a lot within South Australia: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | High | Low | Rain | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide | 26°C (79°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm | best |
| Adelaide Hills | 26°C (79°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm | best |
| Mount Gambier | 21°C (69°F) | 14°C (56°F) | 38 mm | best |
| Morphett Vale | 26°C (79°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm | best |
| Mount Barker | 26°C (79°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm | best |
| Whyalla | 28°C (82°F) | 18°C (64°F) | 16 mm | best |
| Gawler | 28°C (82°F) | 13°C (56°F) | 23 mm | best |
| Adelaide city centre | 26°C (79°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm | best |
| Parafield Gardens | 26°C (79°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm | best |
| Paralowie | 26°C (79°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 25 mm | best |