Cradle Mountain in March
March is right in the heart of autumn for Cradle Mountain, and the weather has a definite personality this time of year.
Daytime highs average 14.3 degrees, dropping to 6.3 degrees overnight. That's a 8-degree swing between day and night. It's cool but manageable. A jumper handles most of it.
March is 3.7 degrees warmer than the yearly average here.
You're looking at 96mm of rain across 15 days in a typical March. Moderate, often falling in a few good dumps rather than constant drizzle.
Sunshine-wise, March delivers around 15.2 MJ/m2 of daily solar radiation. UV sits in the very high category. You'll want SPF 50+ and a decent hat.
March scores 2.1/10 on our Comfort Score. It's the tough end of the year weather-wise.
For your suitcase: warm layers including a coat, a rain jacket or compact umbrella, and serious sun protection.
Check the data table below for the full picture, or compare Cradle Mountain in March with another destination.
March at a Glance
Temperature Range
Daily temperature range in March. The bar shows the typical spread between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
What to Pack
- Warm layers including a heavy jacket or coat
- A warm jumper or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- Proper rain gear for frequent showers
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+) and sunglasses for UV protection
Coming From Overseas?
How March in Cradle Mountain stacks up against major cities around the world.
About 2 degrees warmer and considerably wetter.
About 4 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
About 0 degrees warmer and considerably drier.
How March Compares
Cradle Mountain's monthly climate at a glance. March is highlighted.
| Month | Max | Min | Rain | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16.2 | 7.0 | 148mm | 3.6 |
| Feb | 15.7 | 6.2 | 66mm | 4.1 |
| Mar | 14.3 | 6.3 | 96mm | 2.1 |
| Apr | 9.5 | 3.5 | 136mm | 1.0 |
| May | 8.7 | 1.4 | 98mm | 1.0 |
| Jun | 5.5 | -1.1 | 139mm | 1.0 |
| Jul | 5.6 | -0.2 | 119mm | 1.0 |
| Aug | 7.0 | 2.2 | 335mm | 1.0 |
| Sep | 5.8 | 0.4 | 346mm | 1.0 |
| Oct | 9.9 | 1.6 | 126mm | 1.0 |
| Nov | 13.9 | 4.4 | 156mm | 2.1 |
| Dec | 14.5 | 5.4 | 240mm | 1.9 |