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Rangiora weather in March (Canterbury, New Zealand)

What can you expect from the weather in Rangiora during March? This guide provides all the details you need.

In Rangiora the weather in March is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 20°C, while nights can cool down to about 11°C.

Rangiora in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 58 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 10 days of the month will see rainfall.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 191 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a prime time to visit Rangiora. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Rangiora, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 32%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 58 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 191 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (20 KM, 12 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 Rangiora in March?

For visitors traveling to Rangiora, 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 14°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
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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