Waikato Weather in March

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

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

What to Expect in Waikato in March

Waikato, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. March in Waikato generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between pleasant in Whakapapa Village at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Pukekohe East at 24°C (75°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Pukekohe East and 8°C (46°F) in Whakapapa Village.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Huntly with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Whakapapa Village with 114 mm (4.5 in). Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Taupo.

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Taupo gets around 180 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Waikato by month

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

January22°C (72°F) February23°C (73°F) March20°C (68°F) April18°C (64°F) May15°C (59°F) June12°C (54°F) This monthJuly11°C (52°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November18°C (64°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Waikato in March

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

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 Waikato

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

Temperature range in Waikato (March)

Precipitation variation in Waikato (March)

Taupo

In March Taupo 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
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
202 hours
180 hours
158 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Taupo →

Hamilton

In March Hamilton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
195 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Hamilton →

Whitianga

In March Whitianga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Whitianga →

Cambridge

In March Cambridge generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
195 hours
170 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Cambridge →

Coromandel Town

In March Coromandel Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°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)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
196 hours
189 hours
156 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taupo 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Hamilton 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Whitianga 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Cambridge 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Coromandel Town 21°C (70°F) 17°C (63°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Turangi 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)

Waikato weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Waikato, New Zealand typically experiences perfect weather in March, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Taupo average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

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

Taupo averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Waikato, New Zealand during March, with Taupo averaging close to 89 mm (3.5 in).

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

We believe that March is one of the best times to visit Waikato, New Zealand with overall perfect weather in Taupo. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February and March offering mostly perfect weather in Taupo. On the other hand, the months of June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Waikato.

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