Stratford weather in March (Taranaki, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Stratford in March? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Stratford, March is characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 21°C, while nights can cool down to about 12°C.

Stratford in March usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 88 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 13 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 210 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, March is a great time to visit. January, February and March generally stand out with the best circumstances. While July tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Stratford climate page with graphs.

 

Stratford, monthly averages in March

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 88 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 53% *  

* Data from: New Plymouth, New Zealand (36 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in March

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in March and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Stratford in March?

For visitors traveling to Stratford, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in March.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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