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Lake Tekapo Weather in March

March in Lake Tekapo sees daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F) at night. As the driest month of the year.

Rainfall in Lake Tekapo in March

This is the driest month of the year. You can expect rain on roughly 8 days based on historical data, averaging 96 mm (3.8 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Lake Tekapo in March

March in Lake Tekapo brings typical temperatures with highs around 17°C (63°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

Lake Tekapo Temperature in March

Min Temperature

7°C (45°F)

Max Temperature

17°C (63°F)

Chance of Rain

27%

Precipitation

96 mm (3.8 in)

Rainy days

8 days

Lake Tekapo Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lake Tekapo - and find the best time to visit.

January

19°C (66°F)View January → February

19°C (66°F)View February → March

17°C (63°F)View March → April

14°C (57°F)View April → May

10°C (50°F)View May → June

6°C (43°F)View June → July

5°C (41°F)View July → August

7°C (45°F)View August → September

9°C (48°F)View September → This monthOctober

12°C (54°F)View October → November

14°C (57°F)View November → December

17°C (63°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

35-year average (1991-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Lake Tekapo typically stay consistent throughout March, with daily highs averaging around 17°C (63°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 7°C (45°F) to 9°C (48°F).

Average temperatures in March

Daily Historical Precipitation

35-year average (1991-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in March

Historical weather records for Lake Tekapo in March

Browse day-by-day weather records for Lake Tekapo spanning 49 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Lake Tekapo historical weather extremes in March

Based on weather observations in Lake Tekapo between 1991 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during March.

On March 28, 1999, temperatures climbed to 31°C (88°F), marking the warmest March day on record.
The lowest daytime temperature in March was 9°C (48°F), recorded on March 2, 2026.
The lowest overnight temperature recorded in March was -1°C (30°F) (March 6, 2024).

Best Places 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. See all of New Zealand in March →

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

Temperatures Precipitation

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Lake Tekapo in March

For Lake Tekapo in March, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.