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Perth in March
What March is really like in Perth: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
March is one of the best months to visit Perth. Expect average highs of 30°C (86°F), lows of 17°C (63°F), about 2 rainy days and roughly 12.4 hours of daylight. Still warm and dry with calmer winds — ideal beach and Rottnest weather.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 30°C (86°F) / 17°C (63°F)
- Rainy days
- About 2
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea temperature
- 23°C (73°F)
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in March
March is the 3rd-warmest month in Perth: days average 30°C (86°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 17°C (63°F). Rain falls on roughly 2 of its 31 days. Compared with February (32°C (90°F)), March is cooler; by April highs drop to around 26°C (79°F).
- Sunrise (15 March)
- About 06:17
- Sunset (15 March)
- About 18:35
- Daylight
- About 12.4 hours
- Sea
- 23°C (73°F)
Winter (June–August). Mild and wet, with rain fronts between sunny days; truffle season and the quietest, lowest-priced months.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, March rates 3 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in January). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in March
- Sculpture by the Sea on Cottesloe Beach (usually March)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in March
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
Museum · Northbridge
WA Museum Boola Bardip
Start in the Ngalang Koort Boodja gallery on First Nations stories before moving to the natural-history halls.
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Rainy day
- History
Gallery · Northbridge
Art Gallery of Western Australia
The state gallery in the Perth Cultural Centre holds Australian, Aboriginal and international art, with a strong focus on Western Australian artists.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- Free
- Rainy day
Market · Fremantle
Fremantle Markets
Combine it with coffee on the Cappuccino Strip next door and a walk to the Fishing Boat Harbour.
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Food
- Shopping
- History
Museum · Fremantle
WA Maritime Museum
Shaped like an upturned boat on Victoria Quay, the museum displays Australia II, the yacht that won the America's Cup in 1983, alongside galleries on the Indian Ocean, pearling and naval history.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Kids
- Rainy day
The sea averages 23°C (73°F) — warm enough to swim. Best beaches near Perth.
What to pack
For highs near 30°C, lows near 17°C and 2 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is March a good time to visit Perth?
One of the best months to visit Perth, with a notable event on the calendar. The other best months are April and September–November. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is March a good time to visit Perth?
It is one of the best months to visit Perth. Still warm and dry with calmer winds — ideal beach and Rottnest weather.
+How warm is Perth in March?
Average highs are around 30°C (86°F) and lows around 17°C (63°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Perth in March?
Expect rain on about 2 days of the month, so it is usually dry.