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Arrowtown weather in March (Otago, New Zealand)

What can you expect from the weather in Arrowtown during March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In March, Arrowtown typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 6°C.

Arrowtown in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 111 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 187 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the better months to visit Arrowtown. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Arrowtown, monthly averages in March

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

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.

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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 Arrowtown in March?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

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

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