Christchurch weather in March (Canterbury, New Zealand)
What weather conditions can you expect in Christchurch this March? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
Experience perfect weather in Christchurch during March, featuring pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 21°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 11°C.
Precipitation
Christchurch in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 10 days days of rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 191 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a great time to visit. January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Christchurch climate page with graphs.
Christchurch, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
11°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Water Temperature
14°C
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
48 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
80%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
191 hours
Percentage Sunshine
50%
Where to go in New Zealand in March
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Christchurch, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Christchurch.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to New Zealand? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in New Zealand. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
