The month of March is the ideal time to visit Tasmania, with fewer crowds, pleasant temperatures, and many seasonal festivals and activities. We’ve put together this guide on Tasmania weather in March to help you plan your perfect autumn holiday.
Autumn in Tasmania extends from March to May. Although the temperatures are slightly lower than in the summer months, you can still expect many sunny days with clear blue skies. This is also usually the driest time of year.
The average daily temperatures in Tasmania in March range from 23 °C (73.4 °F) during the day to 10 °C (50 °F) at night. The East Coast typically has warmer weather than the rest of the island.
Average temperatures in Tasmania in March
Region | Min °C | Max °C | Average °C | Min °F | Max °F | Average °F |
Strahan | 10 | 20 | 15 | 50 | 68 | 59 |
Hobart | 12 | 20 | 16 | 53.6 | 68 | 60.8 |
Launceston | 10 | 23 | 16.5 | 50 | 73.4 | 61.7 |
East Coast | 12 | 22 | 17 | 53.6 | 71.6 | 62.6 |
Cradle Mountain | 4 | 13 | 8.5 | 39.2 | 55.4 | 47.3 |
There are approximately 210 daily sunshine hours and 12 hours of daylight in Tasmania in March. The sun rises between 6:49 am and 7:25 am and sets between 7:55 pm and 7:03 pm by the end of the month.
The UV index in March is 6, which indicates a moderate risk of harm from sun exposure. Protection against skin and eye damage is highly recommended.
The average sea temperature in March is 16.8 °C (62.2 °F), which is not suitable for comfortable swimming unless you have a wetsuit.
In March, you can expect around 11 rainy days in Hobart and Launceston and up to 17 on the West Coast. On average, there is 43 mm (1.70 in) of precipitation across the island or approximately 1 mm (0.06 in) rainfall per day.
In 2022, several places in the Northeast as well as kunanyi/Mount Wellington saw their highest March daily rainfall on record.
Average rainfall in Tasmania in March
City / Region | Rainfall (mm) | Rainfall (inch) | Relative humidity | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Strahan | 148 | 5.8 | 79% | 17.6 |
Hobart | 38 | 1.5 | 72% | 11 |
Launceston | 41 | 1.6 | 78% | 11.8 |
Coles Bay | 54 | 2.1 | 77% | 4 |
Cradle Mountain | 148 | 5.8 | 84% | 17 |
From visiting vibrant towns and national parks to immersing in local events and festivals, there’s no shortage of things to see and do in Tasmania in March.
Ten Days on the Island is a popular biennial festival that gathers local and international artists on three weekends in March. Performances include opera, contemporary and classical music, as well as art exhibitions across 50 locations around the island.
The Spiegeltent is a spectacular live entertainment on Hobart’s waterfront, offering the best of Tasmanian and international music, dance, comedy, theatre, circus, and burlesque. The centrepiece of this month-long event is the Aurora Spiegeltent, a mirrored, wooden tent flown every year to Hobart all the way from the Netherlands.
The Huon Valley region in southeast Tasmania is well known for its apples, cherries, mushrooms, truffles, and other homegrown produce. A Taste of the Huon, held over three days in the township of Ranelagh, is one of the most popular regional festivals where thousands of visitors gather to celebrate local food and wine.
Autumn is the best time to visit Tasmania’s famous cider mills and sample delicious artisanal apple, pear, and cherry ciders. Explore the Huon Valley Cider Trail to taste a wide range of experimental ferments and specialty fruit blends.
Get more inspiration for your autumn holidays in our Tasmania Driving Holiday Itineraries or contact one of our travel specialists who will be happy to create a customised itinerary just for you.
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