Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for March
| Metric | Cancun | Sydney | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 27°C (81°F)▲ | 24°C (75°F) | Cancun |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 23°C (73°F)▲ | 18°C (64°F) | Cancun |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 7 days▲ | 10 days | Cancun |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 33 mm▲ | 69 mm | Cancun |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 11h/day▲ | 10h/day | Cancun |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 78% | 70%▲ | Sydney |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 6 | 6 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 21 km/h | 17 km/h▲ | Sydney |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Cancun edges ahead as the better destination in March. Cancun offers 11 hours of daily sunshine with only 7 rain days, while Sydney sees 10 sunshine hours and 10 rain days.
Cancun sits in the comfortable travel range at 27°C. Sydney is also comfortable at 24°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Cancun is the stronger choice in March. Cancun receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Cancun reaches an average high of 27°C (81°F) and drops to 23°C (73°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 4°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Sydney averages 24°C (75°F) for the high and 18°C (64°F) for the low, with a daily range of 6°C. The 3°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.
Cancun is in the Northern Hemisphere while Sydney is in the Southern Hemisphere. This means they experience opposite seasons, which explains any large temperature difference.
Cancun receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during March. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Sydney sees 69 mm over 10 rain days. That makes Cancun the drier option by 3 rain days and 36 mm of total precipitation.
Humidity also differs: Cancun averages 78% while Sydney sits at 70%. Cancun will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.
Highs of 27°C, lows of 23°C, 7 rain days
Highs of 24°C, lows of 18°C, 10 rain days
Pack for both: light layers, a light jacket for evenings, sunscreen. These items are useful in either destination during March.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. March is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Cancun | Sydney | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 25°C | 11d | 26°C | 9d |
| Feb | 26°C | 8d | 25°C | 10d |
| Mar | 27°C | 7d | 24°C | 10d |
| Apr | 28°C | 7d | 21°C | 8d |
| May | 29°C | 14d | 19°C | 7d |
| Jun | 29°C | 19d | 16°C | 8d |
| Jul | 30°C | 18d | 16°C | 6d |
| Aug | 30°C | 21d | 17°C | 5d |
| Sep | 29°C | 24d | 19°C | 6d |
| Oct | 28°C | 21d | 21°C | 8d |
| Nov | 27°C | 12d | 23°C | 9d |
| Dec | 26°C | 11d | 24°C | 9d |
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