Gisborne Weather in March

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

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Gisborne

Are you planning a trip a to Gisborne, New Zealand in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Gisborne in March

Gisborne, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. March in Gisborne generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Gisborne.

For a closer look at conditions across Gisborne, New Zealand, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 79 mm (3.1 in) in Gisborne.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this March. For example, Gisborne gets approximately 191 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Gisborne by month

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

January24°C (75°F) February24°C (75°F) March22°C (72°F) April20°C (68°F) May18°C (64°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September17°C (63°F) October19°C (66°F) November20°C (68°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gisborne in March

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Gisborne

What is the weather like in March for the most popular destinonation in Gisborne, New Zealand?

Gisborne

In March Gisborne generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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February
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Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
191 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
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Weather conditions
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Gisborne weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gisborne, New Zealand in March?

Gisborne, New Zealand typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Gisborne average around 22°C (72°F), and temperatures drop to about 14°C (57°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Gisborne, New Zealand in March?

In Gisborne, the average daytime high in March is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 14°C (57°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gisborne, New Zealand during March, with Gisborne averaging close to 79 mm (3.1 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Gisborne, New Zealand?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Gisborne, New Zealand with overall perfect weather in Gisborne. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Gisborne. In contrast, July tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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