Bay of Plenty Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in March.

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Rotorua Tauranga Mount Maunganui Waihi Beach

Planning a trip to Bay of Plenty, New Zealand this March? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Bay of Plenty in March

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand 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 (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Rotorua.

To explore the conditions in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand 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 (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Opotiki with 113 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Rotorua sees close to 201 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

Explore Bay of Plenty by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bay of Plenty — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rotorua)

January23°C (73°F) February24°C (75°F) March21°C (70°F) April19°C (66°F) May16°C (61°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August13°C (55°F) September15°C (59°F) October17°C (63°F) November19°C (66°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bay of Plenty in March

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bay of Plenty.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Bay of Plenty

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Bay of Plenty (March)

Precipitation variation in Bay of Plenty (March)

Rotorua

In March Rotorua generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
201 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Rotorua →

Tauranga

In March Tauranga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
213 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tauranga →

Mount Maunganui

In March Mount Maunganui generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
213 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
128 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Waihi Beach

In March Waihi Beach generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
219 hours
213 hours
186 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Waihi Beach →

Ngongotaha

In March Ngongotaha generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
201 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
tolerable
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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bay of Plenty in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rotorua 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Tauranga 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Mount Maunganui 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Waihi Beach 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Ngongotaha 22°C (72°F) 12°C (54°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Papamoa 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)

Bay of Plenty weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in March?

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Rotorua average around 21°C (70°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in March?

Rotorua averages a daytime maximum of 21°C (70°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

Does Bay of Plenty, New Zealand get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Rotorua averages just 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand 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, New Zealand 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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