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Arrowtown Weather in March

In Arrowtown, March brings moderate daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to 6°C (43°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Arrowtown in March

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of rain, with 111 mm (4.4 in) average for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Arrowtown in March

In March, Arrowtown sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights drop to around 6°C (43°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Arrowtown in March

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 187 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a great time to visit.

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Arrowtown Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 111 mm (4.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 187 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in March

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Arrowtown in March

Pack for changing conditions in Arrowtown in March. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Arrowtown in March

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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