March Rainfall and Precipitation in Bay of Plenty

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in March.

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, experiences precipitation in March ranging from moderate in Rotorua with 97 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall to high in Opotiki with 113 mm (4.4 in) of rainfall. During March, summer is in full swing.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Bay of Plenty precipitation in March: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Bay of Plenty, New Zealand receive in March?

Rotorua sees moderate rainfall in March, averaging around 97 mm (3.8 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.

How many days does it rain in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in March?

On average, Rotorua has about 11 days days of rain in March.

Is March part of the rainy season in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

March is generally a drier month for Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in March in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

Looking at our data, Opotiki tops the wettest-cities list in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand for March, with monthly rainfall averaging 113 mm (4.4 in).

What is the driest city in March in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

In our records, Rotorua stands out as the driest city in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand for March, averaging just 97 mm (3.8 in).

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