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Christchurch Weather in March

Thinking of visiting Christchurch in March? Expect low temperatures reaching 11°C (52°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Christchurch in March

Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain, averaging 64 mm (2.5 in) in total. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Christchurch in March

March in Christchurch brings typical temperatures with highs around 11°C (52°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Christchurch in March

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 119 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you prefer enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days, July and August 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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Christchurch Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 64 mm (2.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 119 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (32 KM, 19 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom 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 Christchurch in March

The weather can be unpredictable in March, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Christchurch in March

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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