Nelson Region Weather in March

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

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Nelson Hira

Considering a trip to Nelson Region, New Zealand this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Nelson Region in March

Nelson Region, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. March in Nelson Region generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation. March falls during the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Nelson.

For specific regional insights in Nelson Region, New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

March is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 99 mm (3.9 in) in Nelson.

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in March. Nelson typically receives 230 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Nelson Region by month

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

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March20°C (68°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June12°C (54°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nelson Region in March

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

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 Nelson Region

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

Temperature range in Nelson Region (March)

Precipitation variation in Nelson Region (March)

Nelson

In March Nelson 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
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
17°C (63°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
90 mm (3.5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
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Hira

In March Hira 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)
17°C (63°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
87 mm (3.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
unpleasant
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Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nelson Region in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nelson 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Hira 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)

Nelson Region weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nelson Region, New Zealand in March?

March in Nelson Region, New Zealand brings perfect weather. In Nelson, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Nelson Region, New Zealand in March?

Average temperatures in Nelson Region, New Zealand during March range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Nelson.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Nelson Region, New Zealand during March, with Nelson averaging close to 99 mm (3.9 in).

Is March a Good Time to Visit Nelson Region, New Zealand?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Nelson Region, New Zealand. Typically, the climate in Nelson is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February and March offering mostly perfect weather in Nelson. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Nelson Region.

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