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Porirua weather in March (Wellington, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Porirua in March? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In March, Porirua generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C.

Porirua in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 189 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a prime time to visit Porirua. January, February, March and December typically offer 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 Porirua climate page with graphs.

 

Porirua, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 16°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 74 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 25 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 189 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Wellington, New Zealand (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in March

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Porirua in March?

For visitors traveling to Porirua, 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. With a water temperature of around 16°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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