Weather in March in Bay of Plenty
Planning a trip to Bay of Plenty this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Bay of Plenty in March?
Bay of Plenty is a region in New Zealand. March in Bay of Plenty generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of March is in the summer season.
Temperatures
You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C and nighttime temperatures around 12°C in Rotorua. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Bay of Plenty in March, check out the map below.To explore the conditions in Bay of Plenty in more detail, check the map below.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rotorua with an average of 97 mm to high rainfall in Opotiki with 113 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Rotorua enjoys approximately 201 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Bay of Plenty climate page.
Where to go in Bay of Plenty in March
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our Bay of Plenty's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in Bay of Plenty?
Rotorua
In March Rotorua generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Tauranga
In March Tauranga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Mount Maunganui
In March Mount Maunganui generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Waihi Beach
In March Waihi Beach generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
Ngongotaha
In March Ngongotaha generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Bay of Plenty, in New Zealand.
Is March the best time to visit Bay of Plenty?
We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Bay of Plenty with overall perfect weather in Rotorua. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.
On average, the best time to visit Bay of Plenty is in January and March with generally perfect weather in Rotorua. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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