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Taupo Weather in March

March in Taupo averages 20°C (68°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. With just 89 mm (3.5 in) of rainfall on average, it doesn't get much drier than this.

Rainfall in Taupo in March

Clear skies and little rain are the norm this month. A great time to spend time outdoors. You can expect rain on roughly 10 days based on historical data, averaging 89 mm (3.5 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Taupo in March

March is a excellent month in Taupo, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 11°C (52°F) at night. The summer season takes place during March. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 11°C (52°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Taupo in March

The month brings about 180 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and overcast.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and March typically offer the best weather for Taupo.

Taupo Temperature in March

Min Temperature

11°C (52°F)

Max Temperature

20°C (68°F)

Chance of Rain

34%

Precipitation

89 mm (3.5 in)

Rainy days

10 days

Sunshine

180 hours

Percentage Sunshine

Taupo Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Taupo - and find the best time to visit.

January

22°C (72°F)View January → February

23°C (73°F)View February → March

20°C (68°F)View March → April

18°C (64°F)View April → May

15°C (59°F)View May → June

12°C (54°F)View June → July

11°C (52°F)View July → August

12°C (54°F)View August → September

14°C (57°F)View September → This monthOctober

16°C (61°F)View October → November

18°C (64°F)View November → December

20°C (68°F)View December →

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Historical weather records for Taupo in March

Browse day-by-day weather records for Taupo spanning 31 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Taupo historical weather extremes in March

According to our 29 years of weather records for Taupo, the following extremes were recorded between 1997 and 2026.

Taupo recorded its highest March temperature of 28°C (82°F) on March 11, 2013.
The lowest daytime temperature in March was 13°C (55°F), recorded on March 29, 2024.
The coldest night in March in Taupo was on March 21, 2024, with a minimum of 0°C (32°F).
Peak precipitation in March occurred on March 5, 2011, when 56 mm (2.2 in) of precipitation was measured.

Best Places in New Zealand in March

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of New Zealand in March →

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in March: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in March: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Taupo in March

Pleasant temperatures in March mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.