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Makarora Weather in March

March in Makarora brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and nights dropping to 6°C (43°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.

Rainfall in Makarora in March

As part of the rainy season, Makarora sees around 11 days of rain in March, with an average of 200 mm (7.9 in). Rainy season showers here are typically intense, often clearing quickly but coming down hard while they last.

Temperature in Makarora in March

In March, Makarora sees moderate temperatures, with highs of 15°C (59°F). Nights drop to around 6°C (43°F). This month falls in the summer season. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. 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 Makarora in March

With about 182 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and rainy moments, creating a pleasant environment.

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Makarora Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C (59°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 200 mm (7.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
SunshineSunshine 182 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in March

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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 Makarora in March

Pack for changing conditions in Makarora in March. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Makarora 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

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