New Plymouth weather in March (Taranaki, New Zealand)

Curious about the March weather in New Plymouth? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In March, New Plymouth generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 20°C, while night temperatures can drop to 15°C.

New Plymouth in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 108 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 210 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a great time to visit. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New Plymouth climate page with graphs.

 

New Plymouth, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Water Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 39%  

Precipitation 108 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 81%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 210 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 53%  

Where to go in New Zealand in March

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in New Plymouth in March?

For visitors traveling to New Plymouth, 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 18°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 in March.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in New Plymouth.

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