Piha weather in March (Auckland Region, New Zealand)

How does the weather in Piha usually fare in March? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Piha during March, which means pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 22°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 17°C.

Precipitation

Piha in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. This month sees the least rain, offering perfect conditions for outdoor adventures. Enjoy clear skies and make the most of the dry weather. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

With about 189 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a great time to visit. January, February, March, April and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Piha, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 22°C  

Chance of Rain 45%  

Precipitation 74 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 189 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 50% *  

* Data from: Auckland, New Zealand (30 KM, 18 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.

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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 Piha, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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