Lower Shotover weather in March (New Zealand)
What does the weather outlook for Lower Shotover look like in March? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
Typically, March in Lower Shotover includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 15°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 6°C.
Precipitation
Lower Shotover in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 110 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.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 187 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, March is one of the better months to visit Lower Shotover. 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 Lower Shotover climate page with graphs.
Lower Shotover, monthly averages in March
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
33%
Precipitation
110 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
187 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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