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Peel Forest Weather in March

March in Peel Forest brings pleasant temperatures around 19°C (66°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 85 mm (3.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Peel Forest in March

Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain, totalling around 85 mm (3.3 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Peel Forest in March

In March, expect pleasant temperatures in Peel Forest, with highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 8°C (46°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 8°C (46°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Peel Forest in March

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 169 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances for Peel Forest.

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Peel Forest Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 84% *  
SunshineSunshine 169 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Timaru, New Zealand (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand 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 Peel Forest in March

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in March. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month

What To Do in Peel Forest in March

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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