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Waitati Weather in March

During March, Waitati experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 18°C (64°F) and cooler nights around 9°C (48°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 62 mm (2.4 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Waitati in March

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain, with 62 mm (2.4 in) average for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Waitati in March

Daytime temperatures in Waitati reach 18°C (64°F) in March, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Waitati in March

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 143 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and overcast.

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

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Waitati Temperature in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 18°C (64°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
SunshineSunshine 143 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 39% *  
* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in March

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Waitati in March

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in March. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Waitati in March

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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