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Cardrona Weather in March

Cardrona in March sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 16°C (61°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 104 mm (4.1 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Cardrona in March

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 11 days of rain, with 104 mm (4.1 in) average for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Cardrona in March

Daytime temperatures in Cardrona reach 16°C (61°F) in March, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Cardrona in March

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 182 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January and February typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Cardrona Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 104 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 182 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (23 KM, 14 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 Cardrona in March

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in March, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Cardrona 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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