Marlborough Sounds Weather in March

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

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Picton Blenheim Anakiwa Renwick

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

What to Expect in the Marlborough Sounds in March

The Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand 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 (64°F) in Endeavour Inlet to 21°C (70°F) in Havelock. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Havelock and 14°C (57°F) in Endeavour Inlet.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Blenheim with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Wairau Valley with 92 mm (3.6 in). In Picton, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Picton enjoys about 230 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Marlborough Sounds by month

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

January21°C (70°F) February22°C (72°F) March20°C (68°F) April18°C (64°F) May16°C (61°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August13°C (55°F) September15°C (59°F) October16°C (61°F) November18°C (64°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Marlborough Sounds in March

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

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 the Marlborough Sounds

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

Temperature range in the Marlborough Sounds (March)

Precipitation variation in the Marlborough Sounds (March)

Picton

In March Picton generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
230 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Picton →

Blenheim

In March Blenheim generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
230 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Blenheim →

Anakiwa

In March Anakiwa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
230 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Anakiwa →

Renwick

In March Renwick generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
230 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Renwick →

Havelock

In March Havelock generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
230 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Marlborough Sounds, in New Zealand.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Marlborough Sounds in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Picton 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Blenheim 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Anakiwa 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Renwick 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Havelock 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Endeavour Inlet 18°C (64°F) 14°C (57°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)

The Marlborough Sounds weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in March?

Expect perfect weather across the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in March. The popular destination of Picton averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 12°C (54°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand in March?

In Picton, the average daytime high in March is 20°C (68°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Picton averages just 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand.

Is March a Good Time to Visit the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand?

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand 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, New Zealand 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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