Temperature in Canterbury in March

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Canterbury, New Zealand this March.

Canterbury, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in March ranging from 13°C (55°F) in Mount Cook Village to 21°C (70°F) in Lincoln. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Lincoln and 4°C (39°F) in Mount Cook Village.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Canterbury, New Zealand in March?

Discover the typical March temperatures for the most popular locations of Canterbury on the map below. Detailed insights are just a click away.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Canterbury temperatures in March: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Canterbury, New Zealand in March?

Daytime temperatures in Christchurch typically peak at 21°C (70°F) in March, putting it in the pleasant range.

How cold does it get at night in Canterbury, New Zealand in March?

After dark, Christchurch cools to about 11°C (52°F) on an average March night.

What is the warmest city in March in Canterbury, New Zealand?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Lincoln clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 21°C (70°F), and evenings that remain near 11°C (52°F).

What is the coldest city in March in Canterbury, New Zealand?

For the month of March, Mount Cook Village is the most temperate city in Canterbury, New Zealand based on our records. Highs average 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures dip to around 4°C (39°F).

How much sun does Canterbury, New Zealand get in March?

Across Canterbury, New Zealand, sunshine in March ranges from moderately sunny in Timaru (169 hours) to sunny in Christchurch (191 hours).

What is the water temperature in March?

The water temperature averages approximately 14°C (57°F) in Christchurch this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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