Hastings weather in March (Hawke's Bay, New Zealand)

Curious about the climate in Hastings this March? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Hastings during March, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 22°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 14°C.

Precipitation

Hastings in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 65 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 9 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 204 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

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

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

 

Hastings, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 65 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 74% *  

Sunshine 204 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Napier, New Zealand (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in March

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Hastings, 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.

What To Do

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

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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