Weather in March in The Marlborough Sounds
Planning a getaway to the Marlborough Sounds this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in the Marlborough Sounds in March?
The Marlborough Sounds is a region in New Zealand. March in the Marlborough Sounds generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are pleasant and range from 18°C in Endeavour Inlet to 21°C in Havelock. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Havelock and 14°C in Endeavour Inlet.
Precipitation
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Blenheim with an average of 60 mm to moderate rainfall in Wairau Valley with 92 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Picton.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Picton enjoys approximately 230 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a closer look at March's conditions in the Marlborough Sounds, see the map below. For a more detailed look at the Marlborough Sounds's yearly weather, check out our the Marlborough Sounds climate page.
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What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in the Marlborough Sounds?
Picton
In March Picton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Blenheim
In March Blenheim generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Anakiwa
In March Anakiwa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Renwick
In March Renwick generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Havelock
In March Havelock generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in the Marlborough Sounds, in New Zealand.
Is March the best time to visit the Marlborough Sounds?
We believe that March is one of the best times to visit the Marlborough Sounds with overall perfect weather in Picton. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit the Marlborough Sounds is in January, February, March and December with generally perfect weather in Picton. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be unpleasant.
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